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Every book Liam Neeson recommended on podcasts
Liam Neeson appeared on SmartLess to discuss his extensive career in film and theater. During the conversation, Liam Neeson discussed The Pilgrim's Progress by John Bunyan, recalling that an evangelical outreach project in Belfast adapting John Bunyan's work provided the opportunity for his very first film role. He also discussed Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck, mentioning his involvement in a theatrical production of John Steinbeck's classic novella at the Abbey Theatre in Ireland. Throughout the interviews, Liam Neeson reflected on these early acting milestones, connecting his foundational experiences on stage and screen to the literary works that inspired them.
Books recommended by Liam Neeson
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The pilgrim's progress
The Pilgrim's Progress by John Bunyan is a famous Christian allegory that follows a character named Christian on his arduous journey from the City of Destruction to the Celestial City, overcoming numerous trials, temptations, and monsters along the way.
Discussed“The first movie was for an evangelical outreach who were making a film in Belfast, believe it or not, of Pilgrims Progress. Wow. Uh John Bunan's Pilgrims Progress.”
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Of Mice and Men
Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck is a classic American novella chronicling the tragic journey of two displaced migrant ranch workers, George and Lennie, as they desperately pursue their shared dream during the Great Depression.
Discussed“and i did a production of steinbeck's of mice and men”
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Appearances
| Episode | Podcast | Date | Books |
|---|---|---|---|
| "RE-RELEASE: Liam Neeson” | SmartLess | 2025-08-14 | 1 |
| Liam Neeson | SmartLess | 2022-05-02 | 2 |
Other mentions (1: passing, ad reads, own books)
“Believe it or not, a Pilgrim's Progress. Uh, John Bunyan's Pilgrim's Progress.”