Dennis Brutus discusses and reads his poetry. He discusses life in South Africa. Dennis Brutus reads poems from his books of poetry "Sirens, Knuckles and Boots", "A Simple Lust", and "Letters to Martha and Other Poems from a South African Prison". Includes music in the beginning. Includes a clip of Albert Lutuli speaking.

Albert Alvarez, poet, writer and critic, discusses how technology advancement is changing society. Specifically he discusses war in general, the Holocaust and advancements in destructive weapons. "Beyond All This Fiddle: Essays, 1955-1967."

Part 2 of a discussion with Jack LaPorte while Studs was in England. Conversation cuts out at 05:06 and begins the coversation with Al Alvarez. Albert Alvarez, poet, writer and critic, discusses how technology advancement is changing society. He specifically discusses war in general, the Holocaust and advancements in destructive weapons. He speaks fondly of Sylvia Plath, and discusses his current book, "Beyond All This Fiddle: Essays, 1955-1967."

Poet, critic and writer Al Alvarez talks about his personal experiences and how it interlaces with literature and poetry.

The two editors give a brief history of Poetry Magazine and its founder, Harriet Monroe, upon the publication of their new collection, Poetry Anthology 1912-1977.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations