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Lost Tribe
Gerald Posner discusses his eighteen month investigation of 9/11. He explains why he believes American intelligence failed to prevent the attacks, Why America Slept: The Failure to Prevent 9/11. Editor Paul Zakrzewski, contributor Nathan Englander and author Aryeh Lev Stollman discuss the new anthology of contemporary fiction that explores Jewish culture, Lost Tribe. Then, Alison Leslie Gold discusses her book Fiet’s Vase, a collection of personal accounts from individuals who survived the Holocaust. And Edwin Black looks into eugenics, the controversial practice of forced sterilization in the early 20th century, War Against the Weak.
Gerald Posner
Gerald Posner discusses his eighteen month investigation of 9/11. He explains why he believes American intelligence failed to prevent the attacks, Why America Slept: The Failure to Prevent 9/11.
Music: Erin Brockovich Soundtrack composer Thomas Newman
Paul Zakrzewski, Aryeh Lev Stollman and Nathan Englander
Editor Paul Zakrzewski, contributor Nathan Englander and author Aryeh Lev Stollman discuss the new anthology of contemporary fiction that explores Jewish culture, Lost Tribe.
Readings: Tovah Mivis, Ellen Miller and Ben Schrank, contributors to Lost Tribe join editor Paul Zakrzewski at Barnes and Noble Chelsea (675 6th ave) on September 8 at 7:30PM.
Music: The Klezmatics “Moroccan Game” “Dybbuk” Between Two Worlds
Alison Leslie Gold
Alison Leslie Gold discusses her book Fiet’s Vase, a collection of personal accounts from individuals who survived the Holocaust.
Readings: Alison Gold reads from her book on Tuesday night, 6 PM, at The Corner Bookstore, 1313 Madison Avenue (at 93rd Street).
Music: Schindler’s List Soundtrack composer John Williams
Edwin Black
Edwin Black looks into eugenics, the controversial practice of forced sterilization in the early 20th century, War Against the Weak.
Music: Let Him Have It Soundtrack composer Michael Kamen
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