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C Span: American Writers: Willa Cather
An extensive video about author Willa Cather. Includes general information about her life, works, and writings, including "O Pioneers!." Also includes links to other sites. [02:31:21]
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Wired for Books: Audio Interview With Barbara Kingsolver
Link to an audio interview (requires Real Player): "Barbara Kingsolver, author of Prodigal Summer, The Bean Trees, and The Poisonwood Bible, talks to Don Swaim in 1990 about writing with a question in mind, the importance of knowing...
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Pbs Learning Media: Even if They're Wrong, They're Right: American Masters
Celebrated American novelist Phillip Roth is the author of 27 award-winning books - most of which have received national and/or international critical acclaim. In this video segment [1:18], Roth shares many of the details of his unique...
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Pbs Learning Media: I Work Every Day: American Masters
In this video segment [3:31], award winning novelist Phillip Roth elaborates on the details of his writing process and work environment preferences. Roth strongly believes that "life isn't good enough" as a point of reference when it...
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Pbs Learning Media: American Masters Collection: Phillip Roth
This is a collection of two video lessons about Phillip Roth and his works from the PBS American Masters Collection.
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Pbs News Hour: Essay on Saroyan
An essay by Richard Rodriguez dicussing the writing and impact of William Saroyan. Discusses Saroyan's writing style and his background and how they intertwine in his work.