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E. L. Doctorow: Sweet Land Stories

This lovely new collection features con men, killers, cult leaders, baby stealers and the occasional prophet. E.L. Doctorow reveals his affection for these disparate, desperate Americans and offers a reason for the centrality of women in these stories.

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By Michael Silverblatt • Jul 15, 2004 • 30m Listen

Sweet Land Stories (Random House)

This lovely new collection features con men, killers, cult leaders, baby stealers and the occasional prophet. E.L. Doctorow reveals his affection for these disparate, desperate Americans and offers a reason for the centrality of women in these stories.

Read an excerpt from Sweet Land Stories.

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    Michael Silverblatt

    host, 'Bookworm'

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    E. L. Doctorow

    author, editor and professor

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