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Other segments from the episode on February 4, 1994
John Updike Discusses His Writing and Influences.
A rebroadcast of our first interview with John Updike from March, 17, 1988, following the publication of his novel "S" - a modern story drawn from Nathaniel Hawthorne's "The Scarlet Letter." Updike talks with Terry about literature, life, and why he hates being interviewed.
John Updike Reveals His "Self-Consciousness."
Another old interview with Updike: From March 16, 1989, Updike's interview about his memoir, "Self-Consciousness."
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