Experiencing American History with American Literature
Volume-2, Issue-24
The New World was liberated on the 4th of July from British manacles. This Independence week we are celebrating the genius of American literature. From Mark Twain to Alice Walker, from classics to contemporaries, America has given some fierce gems to the world of words. These intellects have laid the foundation of the modern world as America grew towards cultural diversity and democracy.
We cover this interesting genre with podcasts, videos, and recommendations around the same.
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Here are this week’s scheduled reading sessions. You too can start these discussions, read along on the literature of your choice - could be books, articles, news, poetry, research papers, films, or anything you enjoyed. Simply reply to this email for hosting access!
-Â Understanding Vaccine Efficacy: Monday, 5th July 2021 | 9 PM IST | Technology | Hosted by Bishal Sah
-Â A Dream within a Dream by Edgar Allan Poe: Tuesday, 6th July 2021 | 9 PM IST | Poetry
- Unique, Unusual Business Models Will Change the World:Â Wednesday, 7th June 2021 | 9 PM IST | Startups & Business
- How to disagree productively and find a common ground? Thursday, 8th July 2021 | 9 PM IST | TED Circles
-Â On the idea of Love and Lies: Friday, 9th July 2021 | 6 PM IST | Technology
-Â Afghanistan War: Was it worth it?: Saturday, 10th July 2021 | 7 PM IST | Politics
- The Book Thief by Markus Zusak: Sunday, 11th July 2021 | 9 PM IST 2021 | Book Discussion
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Books:
Battle for Bittora by Anuja Chauhan shared by Lekha
Family Matters by Rohinton Mistry shared by Anchal
Renaissance State by Girish Kuber shared by Shubham
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Anchal curates a collection of old and modern classics for - Top 5 books to get started with American Literature and history
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Listen
American History Tellers by Wondery
The Cold War, Prohibition, the Gold Rush, the Space Race. Every part of your life -the words you speak, the ideas you share- can be traced to American history, but how well do you really know the stories that made America? The podcast takes you to the events, the times, and the people that shaped the nation and how their history affected them, their families, and affects you today.
Watch
A documentary by Classic History on The 4th of July - The American Independence Day explores the creation of the state to the cold war days of American History. Watch it to get a gist of the interesting origin story of one of the greatest nations on this planet.
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