An investigative podcast hosted by world-renowned literary critic and publishing insider Bethanne Patrick. Book bans are on the rise across America. With the rise of social media, book publishers are losing their power as the industry gatekeepers. More and more celebrities and influencers are publishing books with ghostwriters. Writing communities are splintering because members are at cross purposes about their mission. Missing Pages is an investigative podcast about the book publishing ind ...
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“1984 is a great fiction novel to read but it seems like it is becoming the reality we are currently living under more and more each day”
—noted genius Madison Cawthorn
Today we get into THE dystopian giant, Georgia Orwell’s 1949 novel, “1984.” We have mixed feelings.
Learn about the very earnest and very annoying George Orwell, a man of often good intentions even more often ridiculous blunders and baffling choices.
Then, get into the world of Oceania, with beautiful writing and…a complete lack of any useful political analysis whatsoever,
This one’s complicated! Bring your popcorn and let’s enjoy it together.
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