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Discussing and reading excerpts from the book "Mermaids in the Basement: Poems for Women," with Carolyn Kizer

BROADCAST: Oct. 31, 1985 | DURATION: 00:53:31

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Broadcast Date
Oct. 31, 1985

Physical Format
1 sound tape reel (ca. 55 min.) : 10 1/2 in.

Duration
53 minutes, 31 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

Literature Poetry

People

Authors, Writers

Tags

Kizer, Carolyn--Interviews Kizer, Carolyn. Mermaids in the basement. Women--Poetry. Women poets, American--20th century--Interviews Audiotapes. Radio programs. Kizer, Carolyn,-- interviewee WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.)

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