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Mentioned in 3 episodes

Home Fire

Book • 2017
Home Fire is a powerful novel that reimagines Sophocles' Antigone in a modern context, focusing on the Pasha family and their struggles with identity, loyalty, and politics.

The story delves into the complexities faced by British Muslims, particularly in the context of terrorism and national identity.

It explores themes of love, loss, and the clash between personal and political obligations.

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Mentioned in 3 episodes

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Anne Bogel
as a modern retelling of Antigone set in the current world.
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Ep 501: Crafting a personal curriculum for a lifelong learner
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Eric Zimmer
during a book club discussion; a 21st-century retelling of Antigone.
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How to Understand Yourself and Others Better with Anne Bogel
Mentioned as the last fiction book
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Ghazala Wahab
read, noting it is not an easy read due to its themes of terrorism.
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Ep 431: Ghazala Wahab and the Hindi Heartland

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