Zadie Smith discusses cancel culture and literary expression

British author Zadie Smith has discussed her views on contemporary social issues in a recent interview. Smith addressed the concept of ‘cancel culture’, describing it as a ‘millennial invention’ and arguing that the real world is more complex than internet disputes suggest.

During the interview, she spoke about the importance of writers expressing opinions without fear of being silenced by the ‘shouting crowd’. She also touched upon the boundaries of language during times of war and protest, the separation of an artist from their work, and her personal experiences with music and singing.