(February 17, 1997): Short story writer Andre Dubus writes poignantly about his decision to stop carrying a firearm after a life-altering tragedy. Broader Context of 1997 Cultural Media
(April 21, 1997): Historian Timothy Garton Ash investigates why so many East Germans became secret-police informers, including his own friends.
: Magazines like CUTiE and Purple Fashion (Issue Number 3, 1997) were redefining personal style through the lens of late-90s minimalism and sheer fabrics. CUTiE July 1997 : Free Download, Borrow, and Streaming Personal Numero 36 (1997)
During 1997, the magazine published several landmark essays in this section:
(May 19, 1997): Neurologist Oliver Sacks explores his lifelong love for swimming and its connection to the human condition. (February 17, 1997): Short story writer Andre Dubus
: This year saw the publication of the famous study by psychologist Arthur Aron involving 36 questions designed to foster interpersonal closeness and love.
: Local outlets like the Metro Santa Cruz (Volume 3, Number 36) offered alternative "personal" perspectives on pop culture phenomena like The X-Files . CUTiE July 1997 : Free Download, Borrow, and
The year 1997 was a transformative period for long-form personal narratives and media: