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Interviewing James Atlas

BROADCAST: Dec. 5, 1977 | DURATION: 00:52:59

Synopsis

The writer and publisher discusses his biography of the poet Delmore Schwartz, who found literary fame early in his career but later struggled with loneliness, mental illness, and depression.

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

Details

Broadcast Date
Dec. 5, 1977

Duration
52 minutes, 59 seconds

Topics

Literature Poetry

People

Authors, Writers

Tags

Atlas, James, 1949-2019--Interviews Atlas, James. Delmore Schwartz. Schwartz, Delmore, 1913-1966. Authors, American--20th century--Interviews Poets, American--20th century--Biography. Audiotapes Radio programs Atlas, James, 1949-2019-- interviewee WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.)

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