The Great American Read

Other Worlds

Episode 7 | 52m 24s | WETA Passport

Many novels on America’s list of 100 favorites take us to other worlds. From fantasy to science fiction, historical fiction to stories of spiritual realms, what do these books tell us about our own world? We examine how these novels help us think about real-life and present-day issues.

Aired: 10/16/18 | Expires: 05/22/28 | Rating: TV-PG

The Great American Read is made possible by the Anne Ray Foundation and public television viewers. Additional engagement funding for The Great American Read is made possible by CPB.

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