EconTalk cover image

Ian Leslie on Curiosity

EconTalk

CHAPTER

The Role of Novels in Fostering Empathy and Understanding

This chapter explores the connection between the rise of the modern novel and the development of human empathy. It highlights how fiction, particularly through the works of authors like Charles Dickens, enhances understanding of diverse perspectives and promotes social cohesion in industrialized societies.

00:00
Transcript
Play full episode

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts

Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.
App store bannerPlay store banner