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EPISODE · Jun 8, 2026 · 18 MIN

“We Shall Not Fight on the Beaches,” by Theodore Dalrymple

from The Close Read Podcast · host The Claremont Institute

Associate Editor Spencer Klavan reads “We Shall Not Fight on the Beaches,” Theodore Dalrymple’s review of The Camp of the Saints, featured in the spring 2026 issue. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit claremontinstitute.substack.com/subscribe

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Associate Editor Spencer Klavan reads “We Shall Not Fight on the Beaches,” Theodore Dalrymple’s review of The Camp of the Saints, featured in the spring 2026 issue. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or...

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