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A conversation with Lisel Mueller

BROADCAST: 1980 | DURATION: 00:36:34

Synopsis

The German-American poet, translator, and professor shares with Studs some of her influences and gives insight into her creative process.

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

Details

Broadcast Date
1980

Duration
36 minutes, 34 seconds

Topics

Poetry

People

Authors, Writers

Tags

WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.) Mueller, Lisel--Interviews Mueller, Lisel. Need to hold still. Poets, American--20th century--Interviews Poetry, Modern--20th century Audiotapes Radio programs Mueller, Lisel,-- interviewee

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