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A conversation with Angela Jackson

BROADCAST: Feb. 20, 1979 | DURATION: 00:30:10

Synopsis

The Chicago poet and novelist talks about her family's Mississippi roots, her work with The Organization of Black American Culture (OBA-C), and her recent Illinois Arts Council fellowship.

*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations
 

Details

Broadcast Date
Feb. 20, 1979

Duration
30 minutes, 10 seconds

Topics

Poetry Literature

People

Authors, Writers

Tags

Jackson, Angela, 1951---Interviews Poets, American--Illinois--Chicago--20th century--Interviews Authors, American--Illinois--Chicago--20th century--Interviews Audiotapes Radio programs Jackson, Angela, 1951---Interviewee WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.) Organization of Black American Culture

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