The Story What 50 years of best-selling books says about us
Aug 16, 2024
In this engaging discussion, Johanna Thomas-Corr, Chief Literary Critic for The Times, and Laura Hackett, Deputy Literary Editor, explore the 50th anniversary of the Sunday Times Best Sellers list. They delve into how this prestigious list reflects Britain's cultural landscape and reading preferences. The guests analyze shifting trends in self-improvement literature, the influence of social media on cooking books, and champion iconic authors like Bill Bryson and Stephen Hawking. Their insights reveal how best-selling titles shape societal interests and cultural contexts.
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