interviews

Tony Hitchman interviews L. Ron Hubbard, the founder of Scientology. The interview was filmed in Salisbury, Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe), in May 1966 by Rhodesian Television. Hubbard explains the basis of Scientology beliefs, and how he came to found the organization.

This documentary looks not only at how his talent, style and imagination have shaped all of our lives, but also at the influences that shaped and molded the man himself. Through interviews with the people who worked closely with him or chronicled his life, we gain unique insight into what made him tick. In a never before broadcast, exclusive interview, Steve Jobs expounds his own philosophy of life, and offers advice to us all on changing our own lives.

A discussion with Andrew Clements, the author of "Frindle.".

Will talks about his life and his writing.

Presents a discussion with Irish poet Seamus Heaney about his re-translation of the Anglo-Saxon epic "Beowulf" which tells the story of a Norse hero who saves Denmark's royal house from monsters.

"George Orr is haunted by dreams that become reality. In a world where pollution has destroyed the ice caps and plagues rage unchecked, a psychiatrist sees Orr's power as a way for humanity to escape its bleak fate. But as each attempt to direct Orr's dreaming ends in failure, the doctor's obsession with playing God grows stronger."--Container.

Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of Denise Levertov.

Provides an in-depth critical introduction to the short stories of John Edgar Wideman. Includes a detailed analyses of every significant story, biographical information, a chronology of the artist's life and works, and a representative selection of critical responses.

"Interspersed with vignettes on audiences, critics, company spirit and rehearsal room etiquette, [the author] serves up priceless revelations on everything from the craft of speaking in verse to her personal interpretations of some of Shakespeare's most famous scenes, all brightened by her mischievous sense of humour, striking level of honesty and a peppering of hilarious anecdotes, many of which have remained under lock and key until now"--Amazon.

"A wide-ranging collection of insights from legendary mythologist Joseph Campbell compiled from rare and previously unpublished interviews. Includes some of Campbell's most thoughtful responses to an array of interviewers, including the historian Studs Terkel, journalists from notable publications, and even audience members at various seminars"--.