Williams, John (John Edward), 1922-1994

Abstract This reel contains an interview with John Williams--University of Denver professor of English--circa 1965. Topics of conversation include his books, especially Stoner, as well as the University environment, and general discussion on literature at the time.This recording was dubbed over a previous recording and as such, there are moments where the prior audio comes through. The tape begins on the old recording--a dictation of a letter to Merritt Flynn--but soon after (at 2:32)...

Abstract This reel contains John Edward Williams (DU Professor) speaking at the University of Denver for the 20th Century Lecture Series on April 21, 1966. Williams begins by discussing Henry David Thoreau and Walden. He then moves onto Henry Miller and the notion that many modern day American authors all had their own "Walden" (escape). Williams then turns his focus to the notion of a lingering Calvinist/Puritan ethic that still exists as an undercurrent in American culture.Total run...

Abstract This reel contains John Edward Williams (DU Professor) speaking at the University of Denver for the 20th Century Lecture Series on April 21, 1966. Williams begins by discussing Henry David Thoreau and Walden. He then moves onto Henry Miller and the notion that many modern day American authors all had their own "Walden" (escape). Williams then turns his focus to the notion of a lingering Calvinist/Puritan ethic that still exists as an undercurrent in American culture.This tape is...

Abstract This reel contains John Edward Williams (DU Professor) speaking at the University of Denver for the 20th Century Lecture Series on April 21, 1966. Williams begins by discussing Henry David Thoreau and Walden. He then moves onto Henry Miller and the notion that many modern day American authors all had their own "Walden" (escape). Williams then turns his focus to the notion of a lingering Calvinist/Puritan ethic that still exists as an undercurrent in American culture.For a digital...

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This reel contians John Williams speaking at the University of Denver as part of the spring 1965 English Department Lecture Series. The primary topic of his lecture is author William Carlos Williams. Discussion of Williams dominates the lecture. John Williams also discusses poets William Wordsworth, Charles Baudelaire, and T.S. Elliot at length.

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Abstract This reel contains John Williams speaking at an unknown location--though most likely another American university. His topic is character development--specifically, demonstrating the moment of character recognition for a reader. Williams proceeds to read selections from three of his novels, including Butcher's Crossing, Stoner, and Augustus. During the readings he provides context to the passages to ensure individuals who hadn't read the books could easily follow them.Total run...

Abstract This reel contains Dr. John Williams, professor of English at the University of Denver, and author of Butcher's Crossing and Stoner, lecturing as part of the University Lectureship for the 1965/66 academic year. The title of his lecture is, "The Future of the Novel." The audio begins with an introduction by Clinton Kelly followed by Dean Lindel introducing Dr. Williams. Williams begins by defining the novel as a relatively modern literary form. He then proceeds to define the novel as...