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E. L. Doctorow discusses his career and his book, Ragtime

BROADCAST: Dec. 20, 1976 | DURATION: 01:03:58

Synopsis

The novelist, best known for his works of historical fiction, expresses hope that his book about New York City in the early 20th Century will find its way into the hands of people who don’t normally pick up novels.

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

Details

Broadcast Date
Dec. 20, 1976

Duration
1 hour, 3 minutes, 58 seconds

Topics

Literature American History & Politics

People

Authors, Writers

Tags

Doctorow, E. L., 1931-2015,---Interviews Doctorow, E. L., 1931-2015. Ragtime. Authors, American--20th century--Interviews United States--History--Fiction.--1901-1909 Audiotapes Radio programs Doctorow, E. L., 1931-2015,-- interviewee WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.) Dickens, Charles, 1812-1870 Twain, Mark, 1835-1910

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