Ep. #382 - Daemons & Dust: The importance of His Dark Materials

On today's episode, Adam breaks down why His Dark Materials his essential in society for readers of all ages. He discusses the connection to spiritualism and religion and how the origins of the story can be traced to Paradise Lost.  The latest book in the Book Of Dust series The Secret Commonwealth is out this week. In this series, Philip Pullman expands on the universe and stories he created as we continue Lyra's journey.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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