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The Great American Read

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  • Status: Ended
  • First Aired: May 22, 2018
  • Seasons: 1
  • Episodes: 8
  • Networks: PBS
  • Genres: Documentary
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The Great American Read(2018)

TMDB Rating: 4.0 (2 votes)

Overview

A journey through America that introduces our list of the 100 best-loved books and explores the many ways in which these novels affect, reflect and connect us all.

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Season 1

8 episodes • 2018

#EpisodeAir DateRating
1Launch SpecialMay 22, 20180.0
2Fall Kick-offSep 11, 20180.0
3Who Am I?Sep 18, 20180.0
4HeroesSep 25, 20180.0
5Villains & MonstersOct 2, 20180.0
6What We Do for LoveOct 9, 20180.0
7Other WorldsOct 16, 20180.0
8Grand FinaleOct 23, 20180.0

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