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Lawrence W. Levine in conversation with Studs Terkel

BROADCAST: Oct. 18, 1996 | DURATION: 00:50:56

Synopsis

Discussing the book "The Opening of the American mind: Canons, Culture, and History" (published by Beacon Press) with the author, historian Lawrence Levine.

Details

Broadcast Date
Oct. 18, 1996

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

Duration
50 minutes, 56 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

Education American History & Politics

People

Authors, Writers

Tags

Levine, Lawrence W.---Interviews Levine, Lawrence W. Opening of the American mind. Education, Higher--United States Historians--United States--20th century--Interviews United States--Intellectual life Audiotapes. Radio programs. Levine, Lawrence WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.)

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