The Great American Read

Heroes

Episode 4 | 52m 25s | Video has closed captioning.

We examine books on America’s list that feature heroic characters. Celebrities, literary experts, authors and everyday book lovers discuss why our favorite heroes are complex and relatable, from the everyday hero to the tragic and unlikely or anti-hero.

Aired: 09/25/18

Expires: 05/22/28

Rating: TV-PG

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