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Discussing the book "Franky Furbo: A Novel" with William Wharton

BROADCAST: Oct. 13, 1989 | DURATION: 00:51:45

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Broadcast Date
Oct. 13, 1989

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

Duration
51 minutes, 45 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

Literature

People

Authors, Writers

Tags

WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.) Wharton, William--Interviews Wharton, William. Franky Furbo. Authors, American--20th century--Interviews Novelists, American--20th century--Interviews Audiotapes. Radio programs. Wharton, William,-- interviewee

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