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Robert Cromie reads from and discusses his book "Where the Steel Winds Blow"

BROADCAST: 1968 | DURATION: 00:51:14

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Synopsis

"Where the Steel Winds Blow" is Robert Cromie's anthology of 210 war poems. With his book, Cromie wanted to point out the impact of war. There are also war-related songs throughout the program.

Details

Broadcast Date
1968

Physical Format
1 sound tape reel (ca. 51.20 min.) : 7 in.

Duration
51 minutes, 14 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

Poetry Pacifists, Peace Activists & Anti-Bomb Activism

People

Journalists Editors Authors, Writers

Tags

Cromie, Robert, 1909---Interviews Cromie, Robert, 1909- Where the steel winds blow. Authors, American--20th century--Interviews War poetry, American Audiotapes. Radio programs. Cromie, Robert, 1909-,-- interviewee WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.) Norman, Charles Book Beat WTTW - Channel 11

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