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Other Worlds

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.

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Outlander

Author, Diana Gabaldon discusses the Outlander series.

The Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy

Author and retired NFL player, Chris Kluwe, discusses The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy

One Hundred Years of Solitude

The novel, One Hundred Years of Solitude, is discussed.

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