Elinor Langer looks into a 1988 skinhead killing in Portland, Oregon and the rise of a Nazi-inspired American racist movement. David Greenberg talks about his recent book, Nixon’s Shadow, and explains why Richard Nixon may have been our first postmodern president. Plus, President of Sony Classical Peter Gelb pays tribute to Vladimir Horowitz, who would have turned 100 today. And Susan Choi on her new novel, American Woman.
Elinor Langer
Can it happen here too? Elinor Langer discusses the rise of the Neo-Nazi movement in the United States. Her recent book is called A Hundred Little Hitlers, and you can learn more about it here.
Events: Elinor Langer will be giving a reading tonight at 7:30 pm at the ...
David Greenberg
Tricky Dick, conspirator, victim, or statesman? David Greenberg explores Richard Nixon’s many images.
Events: David Greenberg will be speaking at The Upper West Side Barnes and Noble, 82nd/Broadway, Wednesday October 1 at 7:30 pm
Music: David Greenberg: "Cobb" soundtrack, tracks 8 and 2
Peter Gelb
The 20th century’s most acclaimed pianist, Vladimir Horowitz, would have turned 100 today. Sony Classical president Peter Gelb joins us to give him a post-mortem birthday celebration.
Music: "Horowitz Live and Unedited: The Historic 1965
Carnegie Hall Return Concert," Tracks 6 and 7.
Carnegie Hall Return Concert," Tracks 6 and 7.
Susan Choi
Author Susan Choi shares her second novel, American Woman. It’s a fictionalized account of Patty Hearst’s stint as a fugitive, and the Village Voice called it “startlingly good.”
Events: Susan Choi will be reading and signing books on Wednesday October 1st at Chelsea Barnes and Noble, 6th/21st Street at 7pm
Music: ...
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