Former UN weapons inspector Scott Ritter argues that the Bush Administration is hyping the nuclear threat in Iran. Then, Malika Oufkir talks about life after prison—she spent 21 years in a Moroccan desert jail with her family. Plus, Edna O’Brien tells us about her latest novel. And Renee Fleming shares some of her favorite arias.
Life After Prison
Malika Oufkir talks about adjusting to the idea of freedom—after spending 21 years imprisoned in a Moroccan desert jail with her family.
Events: Malika Oufkir will be speaking and signing books
Monday, October 16 at 7 pm
Upper ...
Freedom is available for purchase at amazon.com
Events: Malika Oufkir will be speaking and signing books
Monday, October 16 at 7 pm
Upper ...
The Light of Evening
Edna O’Brien, one of Ireland’s foremost novelists, shares her latest book: The Light of Evening.
Events: Edna O’Brien will be reading with author Mary Gaitskill
Monday, October 16 at 8 pm
The 92nd Street Y
The Light of Evening is available for purchase at amazon.com
Events: Edna O’Brien will be reading with author Mary Gaitskill
Monday, October 16 at 8 pm
The 92nd Street Y
Renee Fleming on the Age of the Diva
Renee Fleming tells us about the arias divas love to sing.
HOMAGE: The Age of the Diva is available for purchase at amazon.com
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