NPR Series: Books That Changed the World Podcast
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Talk of the Nation features books from the Grove/Atlantic series, Books That Changed the World. Ten prominent writers discuss some of the most significant works of literature - books that introduced groundbreaking ideas and altered the course of human history.
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Marx's 'Das Kapital' Lives On in Capitalist Age
Wed, Nov 28, 2007
Francis Wheen, biographer of Karl Marx, argues that as long as capitalism endures, Marx's masterwork, Das Kapital, will be required reading. First published in 1867, Marx's influential critique laid the groundwork for thinkers and revolutionaries to follow.
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Karen Armstrong Writes 'Biography' of the Bible
Mon, Nov 12, 2007
The Bible is the most widely circulated book in history and one of the most influential texts of all time. Religious affairs expert Karen Armstrong weighs in on the uncertain origins and complex development of the Scriptures.
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Hitchens: How Paine's 'Rights' Changed the World
Tue, Oct 23, 2007
Author Christopher Hitchens discusses how philosopher Thomas Paine's writings influenced human rights and the French and American revolutions. He says Paine's accessible rhetoric was key to his widespread influence.
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'Clausewitz's On War: A Biography'
Thu, Aug 23, 2007
Oxford professor and author Hew Strachan talks about his book, Clausewitz's On War: A Biography. It's part of the Books that Changed the World series.
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Plato's 'Republic' Still Influential, Author Says
Wed, Aug 08, 2007
The dialogues of Plato's The Republic are regarded as the first great texts on political and moral theory. Philosopher Simon Blackburn has written a new book about The Republic, gently reminding those of us who have forgotten why it remains so important.
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A New Take on Darwin's 'Origin of Species'
Tue, Apr 03, 2007
Janet Browne talks about the life of Charles Darwin. Her new book, Darwin's Origin of Species, takes a look at the English naturalist and his theory of evolution. The biography is the latest in a series called "Books that Changed the World."
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A Biographical View of the Koran
Wed, Mar 07, 2007
In the second of a series on "Books That Changed the World," professor Bruce Lawrence discusses his new biography of the Koran, where he introduces readers to the text, its historical context and the individuals who played critical roles in the evolution of Islam.
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P.J. O'Rourke Takes On 'The Wealth of Nations'
Mon, Jan 08, 2007
Author and journalist P.J. O'Rourke delves into the content and influence of Adam Smith's classic, The Wealth of Nations. He talks about digesting the massive tome on economics, so you don't have to.
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