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Anthony Storr discusses his book “Solitude: A Return to the Self”
BROADCAST: Jun. 8, 1989 |
DURATION: 00:31:21
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Synopsis
British author and psychiatrist Anthony Storr discusses his book “Solitude: A Return to the Self,” a book that attempts to combat the reigning notion that interpersonal relationships are most important in life. Storr discusses the importance of humans being able to spend time alone and how this fuels creativity. Studs plays a recording of Carl Sanburg reading his poem “A Father to His Son.”
Details
Broadcast Date
Jun. 8, 1989
Physical Format
1 sound tape reel (ca. 55 min.) : 10 1/2 in.