Art of the Memoir

Authors discussed what prompted them to write memoirs and their plans for future books. They also focused on how writing a memoir changed th… read more

Authors discussed what prompted them to write memoirs and their plans for future books. They also focused on how writing a memoir changed their relationships with their families and the writing profession. Hickam is the author of Rocket Boys, the basis for the new movie, October Sky. McCourt is the author of A Monk Swimming. Davidson is the author of Three Women of the 60's. See is the author of On Gold Mountain. After their panel discussion, they took questions from the audience. close

Report Video Issue

People in this video

More People

Hosting Organization

Series

More information about

Art of the Memoir

114 Views
Program ID:
122722-1
Category:
Public Affairs Event
Format:
Forum
Location:
Los Angeles, California, United States
First Aired:
Apr 24, 1999 | 2:28pm EDT | C-SPAN 2
Last Aired:
Sep 11, 1999 | 9:53am EDT | C-SPAN 2

Airing Details

  • Apr 24, 1999 | 2:28pm EDT | C-SPAN 2
  • Apr 24, 1999 | 9:15pm EDT | C-SPAN 2
  • Apr 25, 1999 | 12:13am EDT | C-SPAN 2
  • May 08, 1999 | 12:20pm EDT | C-SPAN 2
  • Aug 02, 1999 | 6:12am EDT | C-SPAN 2
  • Sep 11, 1999 | 9:53am EDT | C-SPAN 2
Purchase a Download

Art of the Memoir

  • MP3 audio - Standard
    Price:
    $0.99
    Request Download