Lit Up

In "Lit Up," bestselling author and critic Dan Denby spends a year immersing himself in the lives of high school students to explore the impact of serious reading on their development. Observing classrooms in diverse school settings, he examines the transformative role of passionate teachers and their chosen literature, including classics like The Scarlet Letter and 1984. Through engaging encounters and personal insights, Denby highlights both the challenges and triumphs of igniting a love for reading in today's youth, ultimately celebrating the enduring power of great books and dedicated educators.