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Interviewing Thomas McGrath

BROADCAST: May. 9, 1984 | DURATION: 00:37:09

Synopsis

One of Studs's favorite poets, Thomas McGrath, talks about some of his favorites (Hart Crane, Pablo Neruda) and his early life in North Dakota.

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

Details

Broadcast Date
May. 9, 1984

Duration
37 minutes, 9 seconds

Topics

Poetry

People

Authors, Writers

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