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“A Discovery of Witches is a series based on the All Souls trilogy by Deborah Harkness, featuring historical and fantastical elements.”
Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: Dr. John Dee in history
For: Fans of historical fiction and those interested in the Tudor period.
Key quote: “He is a magician, he's an alchemist, he is the owner of the greatest library in London, and he has just returned home from Bohemia.”
The host mentioned 'A Discovery of Witches' to illustrate the historical figure of Dr. John Dee, who is a character in the book. The discussion highlights Dee's role as a magician and alchemist during the time of Elizabeth I, connecting fiction with historical facts.

