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Herbert Mitgang discusses his book "Mister Lincoln"

BROADCAST: Feb. 11, 1982 | DURATION: 00:41:28

Synopsis

Having been a Lincoln biographer for a quarter of a century, Herbert Mitgang felt the importance of writing the play "Mister Lincoln: A Drama in Two Acts". Lincoln's rich language can be heard through Mr. Mitgang''s dramatic interpretation of Lincoln's life.

Details

Broadcast Date
Feb. 11, 1982

Physical Format
1 sound tape reel (ca. 54.15 min.) : 10 1/2 in.

Duration
41 minutes, 28 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

American History & Politics Theater

People

Authors, Writers Journalists

Tags

Mitgang, Herbert.Mister Lincoln. Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865--Biography. Mitgang, Herbert--Interviews Historians--20th century--Interviews Presidents Authors, American. Audiotapes. Radio programs. Mitgang, Herbert,-- interviewee WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.) Historical plays Playwrights American language

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