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Fixed Period

Anthony Trollope

Set against the backdrop of the fictional Republic of Britannula in 1980, Fixed Period delves into the provocative theme of euthanasia as a radical approach to addressing the challenges of aging. The narrative unfolds through the personal account of Britannulas President, who reflects on the islands intriguing recent history. Notably, the novel highlights a striking law all citizens must retire at the age of 67‚Aîcoincidentally the age at which the author, Anthony Trollope, was when the book was published‚Aîentering a year-long preparation for the end of life. Join Michele Eaton as she brings this thought-provoking tale to life.

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  • Sep 25, 2025 · 37 min

    12 - Fixed Period by Anthony Trollope

    Set against the backdrop of the fictional Republic of Britannula in 1980, Fixed Period delves into the provocative theme of euthanasia as a radical approach to addressing the challenges of aging. The narrative unfolds through the personal account of...

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  • Sep 25, 2025 · 41 min

    11 - Fixed Period by Anthony Trollope

    Set against the backdrop of the fictional Republic of Britannula in 1980, Fixed Period delves into the provocative theme of euthanasia as a radical approach to addressing the challenges of aging. The narrative unfolds through the personal account of...

    • Transcript
  • Sep 25, 2025 · 35 min

    10 - Fixed Period by Anthony Trollope

    Set against the backdrop of the fictional Republic of Britannula in 1980, Fixed Period delves into the provocative theme of euthanasia as a radical approach to addressing the challenges of aging. The narrative unfolds through the personal account of...

    • Transcript
  • Sep 25, 2025 · 36 min

    09 - Fixed Period by Anthony Trollope

    Set against the backdrop of the fictional Republic of Britannula in 1980, Fixed Period delves into the provocative theme of euthanasia as a radical approach to addressing the challenges of aging. The narrative unfolds through the personal account of...

    • Transcript
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