From Dawn to Decadence
2000-05-21T20:00:25-04:00https://images.c-span.org/Files/4a7/156386-m.jpgMr. Barzun talked with Mr. Schlesinger about his new book From Dawn to Decadence: 500 Years of Western Cultural Life, published Harper Collins. The two addressed a number of issues from the book, from the rise of the nation-state, the resurgence of fundamentalism, and the status of cities as centers of culture and creativity. They also responded to questions from members of the audience.
Mr. Barzun talked with Mr. Schlesinger about his new book From Dawn to Decadence: 500 Years of Western Cultural Life, published Harper… read more
Mr. Barzun talked with Mr. Schlesinger about his new book From Dawn to Decadence: 500 Years of Western Cultural Life, published Harper Collins. The two addressed a number of issues from the book, from the rise of the nation-state, the resurgence of fundamentalism, and the status of cities as centers of culture and creativity. They also responded to questions from members of the audience. close
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