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Russell Banks reads from and discusses his book "Affliction"

BROADCAST: Sep. 22, 1989 | DURATION: 00:48:17

Synopsis

Lies, violence and history repeating itself are all topics covered in Russell Banks' book, "Affliction." Banks points out that his novel is about the men's complicated attempt to transcend their burdens.

Details

Broadcast Date
Sep. 22, 1989

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

Duration
48 minutes, 17 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

Literature

People

Authors, Writers

Tags

Banks, Russell, 1940---Interviews Novelists, American--20th century--Interviews Authors, American--20th century--Interviews Audiotapes. Radio programs. Banks, Russell, 1940---Interviewee WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.) Banks, Russell, 1940---Interviews. Novelists, American--20th century--Interviews. Authors, American--20th century--Interviews. Audiotapes. Banks, Russell, 1940-, interviewee.

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