The Day Carl Sandburg Died
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The PBS series American Masters takes a look at the life and times of poet, journalist and activist Carl Sandburg on Monday, September 24, (Check local listings.) Sandburg was a populist 20th century voice and a writer who was grounded in the changing social consciousness and politics of the day. The documentary looks at the significance and effects of his work, which gained three Pulitzer Prizes. Included are interviews with those who knew him, and were influenced by him, including Studs Terkel and Pete Seeger. –EG