E-mail a friendNovember 6, 2007
Pulitzer Prize-winning author Lawrence Wright discusses Al Qaeda and the situation in Pakistan. Actor-author John Lithgow explains his new project, The Poets' Corner.
Lawrence Wright
Lawrence Wright
Lawrence Wright is best known for his Pulitzer Prize-winning book, The Looming Tower, which has been called "the Bible" by those still pursuing bin Laden. He also co-wrote the screenplay for the '98 film, The Siege, which foretold many post-9/11 world conditions. Wright graduated from Tulane and taught at American University in Cairo. He is author of the novel, God's Favorite, and a staff writer for The New Yorker magazine. In his 'spare time,' he plays keyboard in the blues band, Who Do.
John Lithgow
John Lithgow
Widely known for his starring role in the hit series, 3rd Rock from the Sun, John Lithgow has spent more than 20 years honing his craft. His career honors include two Tonys, two Emmys, two Oscar and four Grammy nods. He's also released several children's albums and is a best-selling author of children's books, including I'm a Manatee. Born into a theatrical family, Lithgow debuted on stage at age 6. After finishing Harvard, the Fulbright scholar studied at London's Academy of Music and Dramatic Art.