The Argonauts – Maggie Nelson Free Audiobook

Written by Maggie Nelson
Read by Maggie Nelson
Format: M4B
Unabridged

The Argonauts is a book by poet and critic Maggie Nelson, published in 2015. It mixes philosophical theory with memoir. The book discusses her romantic relationship with the transgender artist Harry Dodge leading to her pregnancy as well as topics ranging from the death of a parent, transgender embodiment, academia, familial relationships, and the limitations of language.

N.B. – This book contains graphic depictions of disturbing scenarios. Some would say the inclusion of which was unnecessary and a lazy attempt by the author to elicit a response from the reader. Indeed, many would argue that holds true for the entire book. Below is a list of potential triggers from Goodreads. You have been warned.

Pregnancy (38)
Death of parent (22)
Sexual content (21)
Transphobia (8)
Stalking (8)
Medical content (7)
Homophobia (6)
Cancer (6)
Terminal illness (6)
Infertility (4)
Dysphoria (3)
Miscarriage (3)
Misogyny (3)
Sexism (3)
Grief (3)
Cultural appropriation (2)
Sexual assault (2)
Sexual violence (2)
Chronic illness (2)
Lesbophobia (2)
Pedophilia (2)
Death (1)
Blood (1)
Cursing (1)
Alcoholism (1)
Child abuse (1)
Child death (1)
Emotional abuse (1)
Mental illness (1)
Eating disorder (1)
Toxic relationship (1)