Savannah Schaffer

Hello, I’m Savannah. 

I am a writer and autodidact. I am intensely curious about understanding myself and the world around me. As an independent learner, I am driven to continually learn and grow in my knowledge. I enjoy making  connections between different subjects, from the natural sciences to philosophy to economics. 

To know the truth is to know yourself.
And to know yourself is to be free.

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I’ll be honest: Social media is not my thing. 


I don’t keep up an active Facebook, Youtube, or Tiktok account. I am interested in more thoughtful and slow-paced conversations. So instead of a bunch of social media links, here are a couple ways you can stay in touch: 

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Recent Blog Posts

Top Books of 2021

I read at least 80 books in 2021; that is my new record since I started keeping track of my readings a few years ago. While it is tempting for me to get caught up in trying to beat my...

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Weekly Compendium (11.13.21)

What I’ve Been Reading The Sound of a Wild Snail Eating, Elisabeth Tova Bailey This wasn’t a life-changing read, but in a way I think that was the point of the book itself. When a woman is confined to bed...

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Compendium (8.26.2021)

What I’ve Been Reading Virgil Wander, Leif Enger This is one of my favorite novels of 2021 so far. The writing style is just delightful, it was a joy to meander through. Not heavy on action, it explores the quiet...

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