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How fiction can change reality - Jessica Wise

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Reading and stories can be an escape from real life, a window into another world -- but have you ever considered how new fictional experiences might change your perspective on real, everyday life? From Pride and Prejudice to Harry Potter, learn how popular fiction can spark public dialogue and shape culture.

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Meet The Creators

Producer
Aaron Augenblick, Lisa Thomas
Animator
Ioana Nistor
Director
Jeremy Jusay
Educator
Jessica Wise
Narrator
Emilie Soffe

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