In this episode of Book Club, Sidney Bloch and Jeremy Holmes unpack The Death of Ivan Ilyich, Leo Tolstoy’s exploration of mortality, self-deception, and the search for meaning. They reflect on Ivan’s experiences with illness, the reactions of those around him, and his final insights into love, humility, and human connection. 

The conversation explores the relevance of literature in mental health practice, how it can offer insights into human behaviour, and the ways it can help reflect on life, death, and relationships. 

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