Publish at June 07 2017 Updated February 25 2025
Reading stories can be an escape from real life, a window into a world. But have you noticed how fictional experiences can influence your perspective on real, everyday life?
From Orgils and Prejudice to Harry Potter, discover how popular fiction can touch audiences and fascinate culture.
Lesson by Jessica Wise, narration by Emilie Soffe, animation by Augenblick Studios.
Running time: 4min29
Photo credit : Pixabay
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