Richard Price-Author of Lush Life and the novels Clockers and Freedomland and a writer of the hit TV show "The Wire"

Duration

1:06:09

Richard Price

Author, Lush Life

The author of the blockbuster novels Clockers and Freedomland and a writer of the hit TV show "The Wire," Price now brings us another amazing tale set in New York, taking a closer look at the gentrification of that city. In addition to his many novels, Price has written critically acclaimed screenplays, such as “The Color of Money,” and is the recipient of a 2007 Edgar Award

This program was recorded in front of a live audience on March 27, 2008

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