Episode 3: The Classics with Henry Eliot and Gill Hornby

What makes a book a classic? Who decided which books make it into the canon? And how long would it take to read the entire list? Join our exploration through our Classic bookshelves with author Henry Eliot who answers listener questions with reading recommendations from all eras. Plus, we delve into the world of Jane Austen with Gill Hornby, whose novel Miss Austen is being adapted into a four-part drama by the BBC.Books and authors mentioned in this episode:The Penguin Classics Book by Henry EliotThe Penguin Modern Classics Book by Henry EliotMiss Austen by Gill HornbyFor the full list of recommended reads visit: Episode 3: ClassicsSend us a question: penguinpodcast@penguinrandomhouse.co.uk.Website: www.penguin.co.uk/podcastFollow Henry's substack by clicking here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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