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James T. Farrell on his book "The Silence of History" as it is part of a new cycle of books

BROADCAST: Mar. 9, 1963 | DURATION: 01:00:00

Synopsis

Discusses future literary plans as well as past works (the Studs Lonigan trilogy in particular). Also, briefly on Chicago.

Details

Broadcast Date
Mar. 9, 1963

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

Duration
1 hour

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

Literature Chicago

Tags

Farrell, James T. (James Thomas), 1904-1979--Interviews Authors, American--Illinois--Chicago--20th century--Interviews Audiotapes. Radio programs. Farrell, James T., (James Thomas), 1904-1979,-- interviewee WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.)

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