August 7, 1992

Writer and Publisher Francisco Jose on the State of Literature in the Philippines

Jose is one of the most celebrated writers in the Philippines. His new book is a novella, "Three Filipino Women." Since 1965, Jose has presided over a bookstore in Manila, a gathering place for intellectuals. He publishes "Solidarity," a forum for authors worldwide. He's also founder and secretary-general for the Philippines PEN Center. He talks about the need for a stronger national identity in Filipino writing.

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F. Sionil José

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Terry Gross

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August 7, 1992

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U.S. Soldier Rhonda Cornum on Surviving an Iraqi Prison

The Army Major was one of few women held P.O.W. during the Gulf War. She's a physician and was on a search-and-rescue mission when the helicopter she was in was shot down by Iraqis. Five crew members were killed in the crash. Cornum and three others survived and were immediately taken prisoner by Iraqi soldiers. Cornum broke both arms and was sexually molested by one of her captors.

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Rhonda Cornum

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Clint Eastwood's "Unforgiven" Is the Best Western in Years

Film critic Stephen Schiff says "Unforgiven" is a return to form for the director; every aspect of the movie is excellent, from the acting to the screenplay.

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Stephen Schiff

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Clint Eastwood's "Unforgiven" Is the Best Western in Years

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