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#63: Gilead (ep. 2)
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69 minutes
Released:
Aug 22, 2017
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On this episode of Close Reads, Angelina and David continue their discussion of Marilynne Robinson's beloved, Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, Gilead (while Tim vacations in Aruba). Topics include John Ames' observations of humanity, the goodness of growing old, contemplation of heaven (and the beauty of perishability), and more. This episode covers pages 37-68. *** This episode is brought to you by Schole Academy from Classical Academic Press, featuring new literature courses taught by Close Reads co-star, Tim McIntosh. It's also brought to you by our good friends at New College Franklin. Set up a campus visit now! Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Aug 22, 2017
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