The Last Bohemian Lawrence Ferlinghetti


Read by Bob Chelmick

Tonight on Ideas, join Bob Chelmick as he makes a pilgrimage to San Francisco to find the grand old man of American Beat poetry, Lawrence Ferlinghetti. His work lit up the Sixties and continues to inspire generations.

Lawrence Monsanto Ferlinghetti (March 24, 1919 – February 22, 2021) was an American poet, painter, and social activist, known for co-founding City Lights Booksellers & Publishers. This episode features an interview with him, exploring his contributions to literature and culture.


This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.

Chapters

Last Bohemian 54:20