Ep 40: Modern Classics

03/04/2025 47 min Temporada 2 Episodio 13
Ep 40: Modern Classics

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In this episode, Liz & Jerry share their thoughts on modern classics. Should what we read in schools be refreshed and updated? We don't want to think about it, but we're 25 YEARS into the 2000s. Yikes!!So have a listen as we discuss our suggestions for modern classics.Non-Book Things:KIND Frozen Treat BarsAmerican PrimevalBooks Mentioned:Funny Story by Emily HenryThe Art Thief: A True Story of Love, Crime, and a Dangerous Obsession by Michael FinkelStation Eleven by Emily St. JohnThe Hate U Give by Angie ThomasParable of the Sower by Octavia E. ButlerDemon Copperhead by Barbara KingsolverKillers of the Flower Moon by David GrannThe Nickel Boys by Colson WhiteheadJames by Percival EverettThere There by Tommy OrangeCirce by Madeline MillerKlara and the Sun by Kazuo IshiguroSend us a textThanks so much for listening to I’d Read That! We’d love to hear from you—your feedback, questions, and book suggestions help shape the show. Drop us a line anytime at [email protected]. Want a little more between episodes? Subscribe to our Substack for bonus thoughts, updates, and companion pieces at idreadthat.substack.com. And of course, if you enjoyed the episode, tell a friend or leave us a review—it really helps us grow this book-loving community.