Historical Fiction Critique
Tom expresses his discomfort with historical fiction that presents characters as modern liberal skeptics, arguing that it undermines the authenticity of the era. He believes that readers should engage with historical narratives from the perspective of the time rather than through a contemporary lens. Dominic adds that while he enjoys these stories as light reads, the characters often feel anachronistic and implausible in their views on religion.In this clip
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14. Historical Fiction
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