“Hampl proves to be an authoritative and beguiling guide to the joys of leisure and the intellect.” 
Publishers Weekly Starred Review

“An artful, affecting memoir whose lessons arrive in a delicious whisper.”
Kirkus Reviews Starred Review

“This tiny, brainy book . . . is a treat.”
Entertainment Weekly EW Pick

“Your search for the sublime can be satisfied with Patricia Hampl’s resplendent new Blue Arabesque.”
Minnesota Monthly
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