`Author:` Maggie Nelson `Availability:` [[Suggestions]] > [!info] > ## Summary ## Key Takeaways **Maggie Nelson – The Argonauts (2015)** • A blend of memoir and [[Philosophy]], this book challenges traditional ideas of romance and argues that **[[Relationships]] should be based on intellectual and personal growth rather than rigid societal expectations**. • Nelson critiques the way **sexual attraction is often prioritised over deep, evolving companionship**. • Like Eliot, she argues that true connection comes from **understanding and engaging with each other’s minds**. 💡 **For Fans of Eliot:** Nelson’s work explores **how intellectual companionship transcends conventional [[Knowledge/Love]]**, much like [[Mary Ann Evans|George Eliot]]'s own life. ## Quotes - ## Notes `Concepts:` `Knowledge Base:` [[Books index]]