The Great American Read

Allison Williams' Favorite Novel: Frankenstein

Clip: Season 1 | 2m 17s

Allison Williams discusses why she loves the novel Frankenstein by Mary Shelley.

Aired: 05/11/18

Expires: 05/22/28

Rating: NR

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Venus Williams shares why The Chronicles of Narnia is one of her favorite novels.

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We explore the lessons from novels featuring villains, monsters and evil forces.

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We highlight books that feature heroic characters and explore why we love them.

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