I have not read the expurgated diaries of Anaïs Nin. I started reading her unexpurgated diaries after seeing the film "Henry and June," which was based on some of these diaries. Previously I had read some of her erotica, Delta of Venus and Little Birds. I am inspired by her attitude about truly living. With time she seemed to be truly alive. I would love to enjoy living as much as she seemed to have done. She did not not let herself be limited by inhibitions. At the same time she was careful not to hurt the people whom she loved. She was a wrote books that demonstrated an original style. She was a well-rounded person. She did not need to try to impress anyone. She impressed people simply by being herself. I am reading a collection of her essays, and I am going to read another of her novels. I do not always agree with her opinions, but I enjoy reading her writing.
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