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Special | 1h 37m 53s
Wendell Berry, Author Wendell Berry reads from his short story, "Making it Home." The story chronicles the journey of Art Roundberry, a World War II soldier returning home from the war. As Art walks through the familiar countryside, his thoughts return to the battlefield.
Aired: 10/11/09
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