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Willard R. Espy in conversation with Studs Terkel

BROADCAST: Nov. 1, 1977 | DURATION: 00:54:42

Synopsis

The clever writer and editor, fond of wordplay and literary forms, shares with Studs some insight into his satirical biography, The Life and Works of Mr. Anonymous.

*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations
 

Details

Broadcast Date
Nov. 1, 1977

Duration
54 minutes, 42 seconds

Topics

Comedy, Satire Poetry

People

Authors, Writers

Tags

Espy, Willard R.---Interviews Espy, Willard R. Life and works of Mr. Anonymous. Anonymns and pseudonyms. Authors, American--20th century--Interviews Humorists--United States--20th century--Interviews Audiotapes Radio programs Espy, Willard R. WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.)

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