Guthrie Still Elusive at 100
Leonard Cassuto of the Chronicle of Higher Education discusses the absence of Woody Guthrie in the university because of his political stance, his views on copyright and shying from the spotlight, and the “aw shucks” Oklahoman personality he cultivated.
Cassuto outlines Guthrie’s life in reference to his works, which include over 3,000 poems and songs, at least 3 novels, dozens of essays, 1,000s of personal letters, and over 500 illustrations, paintings, and photographs.
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