The Binge and the Blank Page: Unpacking the Tangled Relationship Between Writing and Drinking The mythology surrounding writers and drinking has been a staple of literary culture for centuries.
From Hemingway's whiskey fueled exploits to Carver's Smirnoff soaked mornings at Iowa, it is often assumed that great writing requires a generous pour.
However, when we scratch beneath the surface of this narrative, we find a far more complex and troubling picture. One striking aspect of this phenomenon is its persistence across time and geography.