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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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We explore the lessons from novels featuring villains, monsters and evil forces.
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America’s 100 best-loved books are revealed, launching the campaign & the nationwide vote.