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Love the idea of reading the classics but never seem to have the time? In this introductory episode, Adam Diament explains what Classic Books in 30 Minutes is all about—why it was created, how it works, and what you can expect from each episode. You’ll hear the story of how the project began as a personal way to learn literature on the go, how it grew into a podcast, and why these summaries are designed for busy people who still want to connect with the world’s greatest ideas. Each episode offers a clear, engaging overview of a major work of fiction, philosophy, politics, religion, or history, along with the context and significance that make it timeless. If you’ve ever wanted to understand books like War and Peace, the Bhagavad Gita, or the writings of Emerson and Nietzsche without committing months or years to reading them, this series is your shortcut to the Great Books—delivered in about half an hour.

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Love the idea of reading the classics but never seem to have the time? In this introductory episode, Adam Diament explains what Classic Books in 30 Minutes is all about—why it was created, how it works, and what you can expect from each episode. You’ll hear the story of how the project began as a personal way to learn literature on the go, how it grew into a podcast, and why these summaries are designed for busy people who still want to connect with the world’s greatest ideas. Each episode offers a clear, engaging overview of a major work of fiction, philosophy, politics, religion, or history, along with the context and significance that make it timeless. If you’ve ever wanted to understand books like War and Peace, the Bhagavad Gita, or the writings of Emerson and Nietzsche without committing months or years to reading them, this series is your shortcut to the Great Books—delivered in about half an hour.

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