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Jack Edwards
Host and curator of the Inklings Book Club podcast, an online community and weekly show celebrating books and authors, who leads interviews and the monthly book-club discussions.
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Sep 3, 2025
• 1h 5min
Which Penguin books shocked society and became cultural icons? With Jack Edwards and Penguin Editor, Simon Prosser
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Join Simon Prosser, a seasoned Penguin editor with over 25 years in the industry, and Jack Edwards, the dynamic 'internet's resident librarian,' as they dive into books that shocked and shaped society. They reflect on the evolving nature of literary shock, from classic titles to modern favorites, exploring how literature influences pop culture and public debate. Surprising hits like 'In Cold Blood' and the significance of works like '1984' are unpacked, along with the new voices reshaping contemporary reading.
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