EPISODE · Jun 30, 2026 · 54 MIN
Why the 1976 novel Bear is still controversial — and relevant
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At the surface, Bear is about a woman who develops a sexual relationship with a bear. And though the 1976 novel earned Marian Engel a Governor General's award, it's been largely forgotten. Contributor Melissa Gismondi explores its mystery, meaning and relevance today. *This episode originally aired on January 4, 2021.
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