A Good Read
BBC Radio 4Find reading inspiration with favourite books chosen by our guests.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 937 | Founded | 17 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BooksArts | |||
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The classicist and the author talk about books they love with presenter Harriett Gilbert. One of the books is eerily prescient about the state of the world today.
The books are:
Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury, chosen by classicist Daisy Dunn Rogue ... more
A special episode of A Good Read, recorded live at the Hay Festival. The books are:
London Falling by Patrick Radden Keefe, chosen by psychotherapist and artist Philippa Perry All Quiet on the Orient Express by Magnus Mills, chosen by presenter and ... more
Two Scottish crime writers choose books by: Iain Banks (Espedair Street) Muriel Spark (Memento Mori)
And Harriett's choice is Summer by Edith Wharton
Producer: Maggie Ayre BBC Audio Bristol
Photo credit: Julie Broadfoot
The books are:
Brighton Rock by Graham Greene, chosen by Harriet Tyce Agent Zigzag by Ben Macintyre, chosen by Matt Edmondson Cluny Brown by Margery Sharp, chosen by Harriett Gilbert
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- Love this program!
Thanks for your consistently fascinating broadcasting. The recent panel episode with Naomi Alderman about the future was especially great. Keep up the great work.
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United States2 years ago - Bit of a shock
I was very surprised that the ep with Christopher Eccleston played with no content warning. I was in the car, so had no view of show notes. To be exposed to the conversation about depression when I felt suicidal was upsetting. My responsibility but i’ll avoid the podcast in future.
Apple Podcasts3Mole68
United Kingdom2 years ago - A good read.
Harriet’s breadth of reading and her open minded approach are not always displayed by her guests who sometimes have an axe to grind.
Apple Podcasts4Sad in Oz
Australia2 years ago - Love for Harriet
I just love A good read as a program, and Harriet as presenter. She's interested, erudite and has a daring taste in books
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Apple Podcasts | #233 | United States/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #38 | United Kingdom/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #104 |  Canada/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #110 | United Kingdom/Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #220 | Canada/Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #108 | Australia/Arts/Books |
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The content features rich discussions around literature, focusing on various themes including personal narratives, historical contexts, and societal issues presented through diverse book selections. Guests typically share their personal connections to the books, providing unique insights into their significance and the emotional responses they evoke, whether discussing classic literature, contemporary narratives, or explorations of identity and trauma. The engaging dialogues encourage an appreciation for the power of storytelling, often highlighting the nuances of character development and thematic depth, making it an excellent resource for avid readers and those seeking to expand their literary horizons.
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Recent guests on A Good Read include:
1. Philippa Perry
2. Stuart Maconie
3. Louise Welsh
4. Chris Brookmyre
5. Harriet Tyce
6. Matt Edmondson
7. Maryam Moshiri
8. Doug Naylor
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