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What are some fiction books that changed the way you viewed the world? (self.fiction)
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Like, increased empathy or altered your perspective a bit.

On a lighthearted note, 1984 taught me that most people who quote it in political discussions have probably never actually read it.

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[–] captainlezbian@lemmy.world 4 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (2 children)

Discworld is the cliché here but for good reason

[–] Civility 1 points 1 year ago

I grew up with Pratchett's voice in my head and I'm certain I'm a better person for it.

I still haven't brought myself to read The Shepherd's crown.

GNU Terry Pratchett.

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