<p><em>Sophie’s Choice</em> meant a lot to me in high school; he was a great writer worthy to be remembered by those of us that are lovers of great literature:
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<p>I just read his obit this morning.</p>
<p>I loved Sophie’s Choice too.</p>
<p>The Confessions of Nat Turner</p>
<p>There have been a number of threads on CC concerning depression. Styron’s memoir concerning his own experiences with depression, Darkness Visible: A Memoir of Madness, is widely considered one of the best things ever written on the topic. Although not long (just under 100 pages), it’s vivid, evocative, and full of all kinds of insights.</p>
<p>I was struck by a profound sense of loss when I heard this news yesterday. “Sophie’s Choice” was one of the most powerful books I’ve ever read. Styron will be missed, though he will live on in his writing.</p>