1A Highlights From The 2024 National Book Festival
Sep 18, 2024
Carla Hayden, the Librarian of Congress, shares insights from this year's National Book Festival, a celebration of literary culture. She discusses the significance of authors as celebrities and their role in fostering community connections. Key topics include the impact of literature on family and societal understanding, as well as the challenges of censorship facing librarians. Hayden also highlights the growing popularity of romance genres and explores how historical themes resonate in modern storytelling.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Celebrating Literature at the National Book Festival
03:17 • 6min
Reflections on Storytelling Through Historical Events
09:08 • 5min
Exploring Connections Through Literature and History
14:23 • 1min
Navigating Challenges and Emotions in Literature
15:49 • 5min
Celebrating Romance at the National Book Festival
21:10 • 6min
Celebrating Books and Politics at the National Book Festival
27:40 • 2min