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The Great American Read
Heroes
Season 1
Episode 4
We examine books on America’s list that feature heroic characters. Celebrities, literary experts, authors and everyday book lovers discuss why our favorite heroes are complex and relatable, from the everyday hero to the tragic and unlikely or anti-hero.
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55:46
The final episode will celebrate all 100 books and unveil the #1 best-loved book.
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52:24
We explore how America’s favorite novels about other worlds reflect our own world.
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52:19
We explore books that show what we do for love, in all its many forms.
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53:53
We explore the lessons from novels featuring villains, monsters and evil forces.
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52:24
How do the books we love answer the question “Who am I?”
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53:35
The search for America’s best-loved novel hits high gear as votes roll in.
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1:51:35
America’s 100 best-loved books are revealed, launching the campaign & the nationwide vote.