Lawrence Ferlinghetti: A Reluctant Beat
Sunday 15 March 2009, 4.30-5.00pm
A celebration of the 90th birthday of poet, publisher and City Lights Bookstore co-founder Lawrence Ferlinghetti, a key figure in the literary scene of 1950s San Francisco and the development of the Beat movement.
Featuring new interviews and readings from Ferlinghetti himself, including from his most recent work, Poetry as Insurgent Art.
160/44; 32.3 MB; sound quality excellent
Thanks for this offering. I grew up reading the Beats and loved their insights and viewpoints. City Lights Bookstore was one of the places I always wanted to visit; but I only got there through words.
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Hi bob,
Lawrence Ferlinghetti was a favorite during my Hippie days and remains an insightful favorite. -------------- Rick
Rick -
Thanks for this offering. I grew up reading the Beats and loved their insights and viewpoints. City Lights Bookstore was one of the places I always wanted to visit; but I only got there through words.
Bob