Ira's World of Books and Ideas

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Ira's World of Books and Ideas episodes

October 25 George Orwell’s The Road to Wigan Pier (Part 1)
Ira discusses what she liked about George Orwell’s book ‘The Road to Wigan Pier’, and why you might like it too.
15 min
June 10 Animal Farm - the best book to start your Orwell adventure
Most young people discover the gripping storytelling and astute political allegory that is Orwell through this book, a Middle School favourite.
Hear Ira discuss what this classic book is about, what she likes about it, and why it is as relevant to readers in 2026 as it was for readers in 1946!
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22 min
June 10 1984 - Orwell's classic and best book - gripping even in 2026!
1984 is THE Orwell book. This is the one everyone has heard of, and for good reason.
Listen to Ira explain why this classic deserves its reputation, why it's relevant to readers even in 2026, and why even tweens and teens will enjoy it.

12 min

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Delving into the books Ira has read and the ideas and worlds they have opened up to her.