The Last Temptation of Christ by Nikos Kazantzakis

About this episode

The episode discusses The Last Temptation of Christ by Nikos Kazantzakis and its significance beyond its cinematic portrayal.

Welcome to another episode of the Bowie Book Club, where wild speculation and grasping for straws about Bowie’s favorite books has reigned supreme since 2016. This time we read The Last Temptation of Christ by Nikos Kazantzakis, which turns out to be more than just a vehicle for the majestic acting of Harry Dean Stanton!

Topics covered

• The Last Temptation of Christ
• Nikos Kazantzakis
• Harry Dean Stanton
• Bowie's favorite books

Keywords

• Bowie Book Club
• literature
• book discussion

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: The Last Temptation of Christ

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