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William Serrin discusses his book "Homestead"

BROADCAST: Dec. 17, 1992 | DURATION: 00:53:53

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Synopsis

Discussing the book "Homestead: The Glory and Tragedy of an American Steel Town" (published by Times Books) with the author, journalist William Serrin.

Details

Broadcast Date
Dec. 17, 1992

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

Duration
53 minutes, 53 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

Working, Labor, Economy

People

Journalists Workers

Tags

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