46 pages 1 hour read

Patti Smith

M Train

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2015

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Reviews & Readership

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Patti Smith's M Train is widely praised for its poetic and introspective prose, reflecting deep personal musings and poignant narratives. Critics commend her evocative storytelling and vivid imagery. However, some find the book's fragmented structure challenging, noting it demands a patient and reflective reader. Overall, it's celebrated as a profound memoir for those who appreciate contemplative literary journeys.

Who should read this

Who Should Read M Train?

A reader who would enjoy M Train by Patti Smith is likely drawn to lyrical memoirs, meditative reflections on artistry, and poignant narratives of loss and memory. Fans of Just Kids by Smith, The Year of Magical Thinking by Joan Didion, or Wild by Cheryl Strayed will find similar appeal in Patti Smith's eloquent storytelling and introspective journey.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics
Music
Arts / Culture
Grief / Death
Genre
Travel Literature
Themes
Emotions/Behavior: Grief
Emotions/Behavior: Loneliness
Life/Time: Mortality & Death