
Welcome to the Norton Library Podcast, where we explore influential works of literature and philosophy with the leading scholars and teachers behind Norton’s newest series of classics. In each episode, with a Norton Library editor or translator as our guide, we'll learn something new and surprising about these classic works—why they endure, and what it means to read them today. Hosted by Mark Ciri... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 58 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BooksArtsEducation | |||

In Part 2 of our discussion on Harriet Jacobs's Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl: Written by Herself, editor Evie Shockley returns to discuss her first encounter with this text in graduate school, the book's place in the literary canon and the c... more
In Part 1 of our discussion on Harriet Jacobs's Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl: Written by Herself, we welcome editor Evie Shockley to discuss the author's family background, lively language as a storyteller, and influence on Shockley's own cr... more
In Part 2 of our discussion on Hemingway's A Farewell to Arms, Norton Library podcast host Mark Cirino returns to the guest seat (with producer Michael von Cannon stepping behind the microphone as host). The two discuss the cover design of the Norton... more
In Part 1 of our discussion on Hemingway's A Farewell to Arms, we welcome Norton Library podcast host Mark Cirino to the guest seat for the first time (with producer Michael von Cannon stepping behind the microphone as host). The two discuss the bala... more
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Great podcast. Interesting discussions with the editors/experts. Good choice of books. Engaging questions from the interviewer. But the insistence on avoiding “spoolers” is irritating. How do you talk about Jane Eyre without mentioning who she married? Or what happened to Lucy in Dracula? I suspect that anyone choosing to listen to this podcast has already read the books so no one is going to have the ending spoiled.
I learned about this podcast from your post on LinkedIn and I was very excited to listen to it and I was not disappointed. I was hoping it would be every Sunday but it looks like it’s only going to be once a month. Is that right? You have made a very high quality podcast and I will be here for it every time. I watched Gatsby again (Robert Redford version) after listening, and I enjoyed it more than ever thanks to your discussion.
Great content. Love the jingle too!
Great insight, and such a catchy jingle! Looking forward to hearing more from other authors.
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This show provides insightful discussions on classic literature and philosophy, featuring prominent scholars and editors associated with Norton's literary works. Each episode navigates through the significance, themes, and enduring relevance of influential texts, exploring why these works remain pivotal in contemporary society. The engaging conversations often highlight the historical contexts and personal journeys of the guests, making the episodes both educational and thought-provoking. Audience members can anticipate illuminating perspectives on a wide variety of subjects, including societal critique, literary dynamics, and the relationship between classic texts and contemporary issues.
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8. Charles Martin
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