In that particular column, as I always seem to, I wrapped my personal reflections around those of other writers. One thoughtful reader educated me on the accurate date for the publication of Albert Camus’s “The Plague” (June 10, 1947). In these unsettled times, books can be a diversion and a refuge, even those that lay bare our societal underbelly. I think “Charade” (Dec. 5, 1963) has some application to our current times. So my question becomes, what works for you?

Source: New York Times January 23, 2022 08:40 UTC