October 8, 1940: Poetic Proposals and Island Fauna with Louis Bromfield and Jan Struther

In this October 8, 1940, episode of Information Please, Clifton Fadiman hosts an intellectually rich session featuring novelist Louis Bromfield, known for The Rains Came, and British author Jan Struther, creator of Mrs. Miniver. Joining regulars Franklin P. Adams and John Kieran, the panel faces questions that delve into literary proposals, Mother Goose rhymes, and animals named after British Isles.Struther’s wit and Bromfield’s literary insight shine as the panel tackles whimsical challenges involving nursery rhymes, famous book characters, and the origins of alcoholic drink names. Join in for a delightful evening filled with poetic charm, humor, and curious trivia in this memorable episode of Information Please! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.