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A Novelist Reflects on the Old Guard
Nicholas Proffitt's book Garden of Stone, inspired by his ceremonial role in the Army during the Vietnam War, was recently adapted into a film by Francis Ford Coppola.
Bebop Big and Small
A new reissue of Dizzy Gillespie recordings showcases his pioneering music in a variety of different ensemble settings.
Avoiding Bad Television
TV critic David Bianculli offers his guidelines for identifying programs worth skipping -- even without watching a single episode.
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