Ready Reference Treatise: Bird by Bird

“Bird by Bird” by Anne Lamott was first published in 1994. It is considered her best-known work. The book is inspired by the author’s own personal relationships.

The story revolves around the author and her friends whom she often quotes. She also quotes her fellow writers at length.

According to the author, writing is a kind of catharsis for her, and she proclaims that it is a cathartic way of dealing with the troubles and problems in life.

Ready Reference Treatise: Bird by Bird
Copyright
Chapter One: Introduction
Chapter Two: Characters
Chapter Three: Plot Summary
Part One
Part Two
Part Three
Part Four
Chapter Four: Critical Analysis