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Great American Authors Read from Their Works, Volume 1

Written by: Calliope Author Readings, James Baldwin
Narrated by: James Baldwin
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James Baldwin gives an electrifying reading about a young gay American in Paris recalling a dramatic and transforming incident from his boyhood, as he struggles to accept his sexual identity.

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What the critics say

“Baldwin’s powerful reading is part of the newly re-released series” ( Boston Globe)
“The unmistakable stamp of personal passion”, ( Chicago Daily News )
"A great reading” Saturday Review, (John Ciardi)

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