46 pages 1 hour read

Patti Smith

M Train

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2015

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Essay Topics

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Smith mentions many writers, artists, and historical figures in her work. Research one or more of these individuals and write a brief biography of them. How did your research impact your understanding of M Train?

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This is in large part a travel memoir. Consider your own travel experiences and write a personal essay detailing them. Think about the details Smith chooses to include or skip over in her descriptions of travel. How do her experiences compare to your own?

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Smith won a Grammy for her recording of M Train. Listen to part or all of her recording. How does this new medium change your perspective of the work? Which medium do you think is most effective, and why?