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Robertson Davies discusses his book, "Lyre of Orpheus"

BROADCAST: Jan. 26, 1989 | DURATION: 00:52:46

Synopsis

Robertson Davies, Canadian writer and professor, discusses his newest book, "Lyre of Orpheus," the third book in the "Cornish Trilogy." The summary of the book and its ties to the King Arthur legend are explained.

Details

Broadcast Date
Jan. 26, 1989

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

Duration
52 minutes, 46 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

Music Music - Classical Music & Opera Literature

People

Authors, Writers

Tags

Greek art Davies, Robertson, 1913---Interviews Davies, Robertson, 1913-. Lyre of Orpheus. Opera--Fiction. Arthurian romances--Appreciation--Fiction. Dramatists, Canadian--20th century--Interviews Novelists, Canadian--20th century--Interviews Canada--Fiction WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.) Audiotapes. Radio programs. Hoffmann, E. T. A. (Ernst Theodor Amadeus), 1776-1822 "The Cornish Trilogy" King Arthur

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