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Leon Forrest in conversation with Studs Terkel

BROADCAST: Jan. 17, 1997 | DURATION: 00:53:55

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Synopsis

Discussing the book "The Furious Voice For Freedom: Essays" (published by Asphodel Press) with author Leon Forrest.

Details

Broadcast Date
Jan. 17, 1997

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

Duration
53 minutes, 55 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

Literature African American History & Culture

People

Educators Authors, Writers

Tags

Forrest, Leon--Interviews Forrest, Leon. Furious voice for freedom. African Americans Essays African American novelists--20th century--Interviews African American authors--20th century--Interviews College teachers--Illinois--Evanston--20th century--Interviews WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.) Audiotapes. Radio programs.

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