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Book and Author Luncheon
by BobbyP 3/31/2020, 12:43 pm
Books and Authors Luncheon. November 23, 1948. WNYC, New York City. The broadcast originates from the Astor Hotel, New York City. General Eisenhower addresses The American Booksellers Association and discusses his book, "Crusade In Europe." His considers the possibility of another war and the role of religion in American life. Dwight Eisenhower, Burl Ives. 24:40.
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by BobbyP 3/31/2020, 12:44 pm
Books and Authors Luncheon. November 20, 1951. WNYC, New York City. The program originates from the Grand Ballroom of the Hotel Astor, New York City. Irita Van Doren (host), Samuel Shellabarger (who speaks about his book, "Lord Chesterfield and His World"), Ogden Nash (who speaks about his book, "Parents Keep Out"), William O. Douglas (who speaks about his book, "Strange Lands and Friendly People"). 57:44.
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by BobbyP 3/31/2020, 12:46 pm
Books and Authors Luncheon. November 25, 1952. WNYC, New York City. The program originates from the Grand Ballroom of the Hotel Astor). Don't miss Bennett Cerf's joke about a pregnant woman. Irita Van Doren (host), Elizabeth Vining (speaking about her book "Windows for a Crown Price"), Bennett Cerf (speaking about his book, "Good for a Laugh"), Robert Moses (who speaks about his autobiography, "Robert Moses: Builder for Democracy"). 58:21.
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by BobbyP 3/31/2020, 12:48 pm
Book and Author Luncheon
February 16, 1954
Burl Ives, folksinger and author of The Burl Ives songbook : American Song in Historical Perspective, and Sir Edmund Hillary, Mountain Climber and subject of John Hunt's account of the Everest Expedition, The Conquest of Everest, are honored at this Books and Authors Luncheon. Ives performs songs and Hillary speaks. Irita Van Doren hosts.
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February 16, 1954
Burl Ives, folksinger and author of The Burl Ives songbook : American Song in Historical Perspective, and Sir Edmund Hillary, Mountain Climber and subject of John Hunt's account of the Everest Expedition, The Conquest of Everest, are honored at this Books and Authors Luncheon. Ives performs songs and Hillary speaks. Irita Van Doren hosts.
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by BobbyP 3/31/2020, 12:50 pm
Book and Author Luncheon
November 30, 1954
Guests: Russell Lynes, Fred Allen and Alben W. Barkley
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November 30, 1954
Guests: Russell Lynes, Fred Allen and Alben W. Barkley
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by BobbyP 3/31/2020, 12:51 pm
Books and Authors Luncheon. April 19, 1955. WNYC, New York City. Irita Van Doren (host), Quentin Reynolds (speaking about his book, "Headquarters"), John P. Marquand (speaking about his book, "Sincerely, Willis Wayde"), Clifton Fadiman. 56:36.
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by BobbyP 4/5/2020, 6:54 pm
Books and Authors Luncheon. October 6, 1953. WNYC, New York City. The program originates from the Grand Ballroom of the Hotel Astor. Irita Van Doren (host), James Michener (speaks about his book, "The Bridges at Toko-Ri"), Agnes Meyer (speaks about her autobiography "Education for a New Morality"), Will Durant (speaking about his book, "The Renaissance"). 56:23.
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by BobbyP 4/5/2020, 6:56 pm
Books and Authors Luncheon. March 16, 1954. WNYC, New York City. Irita Van Doren (host), Gilbert Highet (speaking about his book, "Man's Unconquerable Mind"), Arthur C. Clarke (speaking about his book, "Prelude to Space"), Elmer Davis (speaking about both Gilbert Highet and Arthur C. Clarke). 52:09.
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by BobbyP 4/5/2020, 6:58 pm
Books and Authors Luncheon. October 26, 1954. WNYC, New York City. The program originates from the Grand Ballroom of the Hotel Astor, New York City. Irita Van Doren (host), Francis Taylor (speaking about his book, "Fifty Centuries of Art"), Tom Davis (speaking about his book, "Doctor to the Islands"), Lydia Davis (speaking about her book, "Doctor to the Islands"), Bernard Baruch (speaking about his book, "Philosophy for Our Time"). 44:28.
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by BobbyP 4/5/2020, 7:00 pm
Books and Authors Luncheon. October 18, 1955. WNYC, New York City. Irita Van Doren (host), Herman Wouk (speaking about his book, "Marjorie Morningstar"), Edward Weeks (speaking about his book, "The Open Heart"), John Gunther (speaking about his book, "Inside Africa"). 61:03.
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by BobbyP 4/5/2020, 7:01 pm
Books and Authors Luncheon. January 17, 1956. WNYC, New York City. Irita Van Doren (host), Grover Whalen (speaking about his autobiography, "Mr. New York"), Marguerite Higgins (speaking about reporting from Russia), Steve Allen (speaking about his television show). 57:02.
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by BobbyP 4/5/2020, 7:03 pm
Books and Authors Luncheon. January 15, 1957. WNYC, New York City. Irita Van Doren (host), Bruce Catton (speaking about his book, "This Hallowed Ground"), Joe E. Brown (speaking about his book, "Laughter Is a Wonderful Thing"), Marian Anderson (speaking about her book, "My Lord, What a Morning"). 59:02.
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by BobbyP 6/11/2021, 2:36 pm
Books and Authors Luncheon. December 16, 1949. WNYC, New York City. Irita Van Doren (host, with laryngitis), Helen Rogers Reid (substitute host), George C. Kenney (speaks about his book, "General Kenney Reports"), Carl Carmer (speaking about his books, "Dark Trees to the Wind"). 32:19.
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by BobbyP 6/11/2021, 2:38 pm
Books and Authors Luncheon. October 31, 1950. WNYC, New York City. Irita Van Doren (host), Emily Kimbrough (speaking about her book, "The Innocents From Indiana"), W. Somerset Maugham (who speaking about writers and publishing), Mark Clark (who speaks about his experiences during the war, including the story about General Patton and a dog). 43:42.
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by BobbyP 6/11/2021, 2:40 pm
Books and Authors Luncheon. January 23, 1951. WNYC, New York City. Irita Van Doren (host), Herman Liebert (speaking about his book, "Boswell's London Journals"), Cornelia Otis Skinner (speaking about her book, "A Subscriber to the Symphony"), John Gunther (speaking about his book, "The Riddle of MacArthur"). 71:33.
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by BobbyP 6/11/2021, 2:42 pm
Books and Authors Luncheon. March 18, 1952. WNYC, New York City. Irita Van Doren (host).
This B&A Luncheon features the following authors speaking their recently published books: Joseph Wood Krutch's The Desert Year; Pat Frank's Hold back the Night; and Bloody Precedent, by Fleur Cowles. Krutch energetically discusses his role as nature writer and the wonders of the American Southwest. Pat Frank reviews his Korean War novel and talks about the interesting aspects of focusing on a retreat. And Cowles denounces the regime of Eva Perón and her puppet husband Juan, recounting her visit with despot, a white paper about human rights abuses of the Perón regime written by dissenting voice in congress, and Cowles' unplanned resulting book.
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This B&A Luncheon features the following authors speaking their recently published books: Joseph Wood Krutch's The Desert Year; Pat Frank's Hold back the Night; and Bloody Precedent, by Fleur Cowles. Krutch energetically discusses his role as nature writer and the wonders of the American Southwest. Pat Frank reviews his Korean War novel and talks about the interesting aspects of focusing on a retreat. And Cowles denounces the regime of Eva Perón and her puppet husband Juan, recounting her visit with despot, a white paper about human rights abuses of the Perón regime written by dissenting voice in congress, and Cowles' unplanned resulting book.
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by pnussbaum 6/11/2021, 3:08 pm
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by BobbyP 6/13/2021, 1:16 pm
February 10, 1953
Benjamin Thomas speaks about his most recent book about Lincoln, Irita Van Doren reads some comments from readers and critics. Van Doren requests that Thomas tell a joke about Lincoln being sick with smallpox. Arthur Meyer talks about his book "Merely Colossal" and tells stories about motion pictures, his time at the Rialto Theater, and a trip to India. Mentions audiences, merchandising, and communism. David Lilienthal talks about his book, "Big Business, a New Era."
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Benjamin Thomas speaks about his most recent book about Lincoln, Irita Van Doren reads some comments from readers and critics. Van Doren requests that Thomas tell a joke about Lincoln being sick with smallpox. Arthur Meyer talks about his book "Merely Colossal" and tells stories about motion pictures, his time at the Rialto Theater, and a trip to India. Mentions audiences, merchandising, and communism. David Lilienthal talks about his book, "Big Business, a New Era."
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by BobbyP 6/13/2021, 1:17 pm
April 14, 1953
Irita Van Doren hosts. Speakers include William White, Quentin Reynolds, and Tyrone Power. William L. White discusses "Back Down the Ridge" and combat journalism. He speaks about some of the developments in the Korean war, such as blood transfusions and the proximity of mobile hospital units to soldiers. Quentin Reynolds discusses "The Amazing Mr. Doolittle." Finally, Tyrone Power discusses and performs a dramatic reading from "John Brown's Body."
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Irita Van Doren hosts. Speakers include William White, Quentin Reynolds, and Tyrone Power. William L. White discusses "Back Down the Ridge" and combat journalism. He speaks about some of the developments in the Korean war, such as blood transfusions and the proximity of mobile hospital units to soldiers. Quentin Reynolds discusses "The Amazing Mr. Doolittle." Finally, Tyrone Power discusses and performs a dramatic reading from "John Brown's Body."
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by BobbyP 6/15/2021, 1:16 pm
Book and Author Luncheon
November 10, 1953
Theodore White speaks about his book, "Fire in the Ashes," about Europe since the end of WW2. Compares European countries to the US, including pop culture and products. Continues to talk about Marshall Plan and reconstruction in Europe after WW2. Van Doren introduces Peter Freuchen, who discusses his book, "Vagrant Viking," and his life. He makes the audience laugh a lot by talking about women. Van Doren introduces Deems Taylor, who talks about his biography of Rodgers and Hammerstein, "Some Enchanted Evening." He acknowledges that they are both in the room. Van Doren introduces Rodgers and Hammerstein. Recites an unnamed song.
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November 10, 1953
Theodore White speaks about his book, "Fire in the Ashes," about Europe since the end of WW2. Compares European countries to the US, including pop culture and products. Continues to talk about Marshall Plan and reconstruction in Europe after WW2. Van Doren introduces Peter Freuchen, who discusses his book, "Vagrant Viking," and his life. He makes the audience laugh a lot by talking about women. Van Doren introduces Deems Taylor, who talks about his biography of Rodgers and Hammerstein, "Some Enchanted Evening." He acknowledges that they are both in the room. Van Doren introduces Rodgers and Hammerstein. Recites an unnamed song.
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by BobbyP 6/15/2021, 1:17 pm
Books and Authors Luncheon. January 19, 1954. WNYC, New York City. The program originates from the Grand Ballroom of the Hotel Astor, New York City. Irita Van Doren (host), Leslie Stevens (speaks about the current state of the USSR and Communism), Mari Sandoz (speaking about her book, "Cheyenne Autumn"), Chester Bowles (speaking about the time he spent in India and Asia). 59:16.
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by BobbyP 6/15/2021, 1:18 pm
Book and Authors Luncheon. January 18, 1955. WNYC, New York City. The program originates from the Hotel Astor, New York City. Irita Van Doren (host), George Kimble (speaking about his book, "Our American Weather"), Marcia Davenport (speaking about her book, "My Brother's Keeper"), Ernest Gruening (speaking about Alaska). 65:44.
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by BobbyP 6/15/2021, 1:19 pm
Book and Authors Luncheon. February 15, 1955. WNYC, New York City. The program originates from the Hotel Astor, New York City. Irita Van Doren (host), Jim Bishop (speaking about his book, "The Day Lincoln Was Shot"), Barbara Ward (speaking about her book, "Faith and Freedom"), Carl Carmer (speaking about his book, "The Susquehanna"). 51:27.
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by BobbyP 6/15/2021, 1:20 pm
Book and Authors Luncheon. March 15, 1955. WNYC, New York City. Irita Van Doren (host), Walter Henry Thompson (speaking about his book, "Assignment Churchill"), Jean Ritchie (speaking about her book, "Singing Family of the Cumberlands"), Telford Taylor (speaking about his book, "Grand Inquest: The Story of Congressional Investigations"). 57:32.
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