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2007/08 Block Feeds on KET ED
- Block Feed: Programs 105-106 Program Details
- 1 hours, 59 minutes
- Tuesday, October 23 at 2:00 pm on KETED
- Tuesday, March 25 at 2:00 pm on KETED
- Block Feed: Programs 101-102 Program Details
- 1 hours, 59 minutes
- Tuesday, October 23 at 6:00 am on KETED
- Tuesday, March 25 at 6:00 am on KETED
- Block Feed: Programs 103-104 Program Details
- 1 hours, 59 minutes
- Tuesday, October 23 at 10:00 am on KETED
- Tuesday, March 25 at 10:00 am on KETED
Episodes Included in These Block Feeds
- 101. Elizabeth Bishop
- Illustrates the geographic spirit of Bishop's life and works, from her childhood in Nova Scotia to her travels in Brazil, with scenes from her poems. Mark Strand, James Merrill, Octavio Paz, and Mary McCarthy offer personal memories and commentary.
- 102. Emily Dickinson
- Dramatic scenarios and New England landscapes illuminate the passionate genius of Dickinson, whose poems represent a broad range of imaginative experience. Adrienne Rich, Joyce Carol Oates, and Dickinson biographer Richard Sewall comment.
- 103. T.S. Eliot
- Eliot's life, influence, and poetry—from the bold originality of "Prufrock" to the probing, meditative style of "Four Quartets"—are explored with photos; archival footage; and discussion with friends, critics, and scholars.
- 104. Robert Frost
- Frost's image as elder statesman is contrasted with his vigorous, poetic exploration of the darker forces of nature and the human condition. Readings and interviews yield compelling insights into his work.
- 105. Langston Hughes
- Hughes wrote of the beauty, dignity, and heritage of blacks in America. Interviews, music, and dance performances convey his work and influence, discussed by James Baldwin and biographer Arnold Rampersad.
- 106. Walt Whitman
- Brilliant readings of Whitman's poems demonstrate his American vision and style and vividly convey their poignancy and sheer power. Whitman's sources, including Emerson, the King James Bible, opera, and political oratory, are revealed. 57 minutes.
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