May 9, 2016 - MPR’s Euan Kerr speaks with Freya Manfred, daughter of author Frederick Manfred, about her father’s book “Lord Grizzly.”
December 3, 1999 - Minnesota author Frederick Manfred was so dedicated to his creative calling that despite writing 33 books, he was frequently broke. The critically acclaimed author of Lord Grizzly, The Golden Bowl, and This is the Year died in 1994. While he was good at getting his books published, he was not as adept at negotiating his pay. In her new memoir, Frederick Manfred: A Daughter Remembers, Freya Manfred says her father didn't have a lot growing up and in some ways it's surprising he went on to become a respected literary force.
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September 8, 1994 - A short audio clip of an old interview with American writer Frederick Manfred. The author recollects on a personal memory about the land of southern Minnesota.
September 8, 1994 - Upon the death of Frederick Manfred, Mainstreet Radio’s Mark Steil presents a profile of the well-regarded Midwest writer. Segment includes interview clips with Manfred and an old friend of the author.
September 8, 1994 - In a moment of remembrance after the passing of the Minnesota writer Frederick Manfred, MPR’s Euan Kerr reads from Manfred’s famous novel, Lord Grissly.
September 8, 1994 - Midmorning’s Cathy Wurzer talks with Minnesota poet Bill Holm about the loss of his literary friend, Frederick Manfred.
September 8, 1994 - Midday presents a look back at Minnesota writer Fredrick Manfred and his work. Program includes a 1980 interview with the author, a reading, and commentary from the author.
December 12, 1980 - MPR's Tom Meersman interviews Minnesota writer Frederick Manfred, who shares events from his life and how it affected his writing. Manfred’s novels include Lord Grizzly and the recent Sons of Adam.
May 14, 1979 - Southwest Minnesota author Frederick Manfred talks about his life as a novelist and reads from many of his works. His novels include Scarlett Plume, Conquering Horse, Milk of Wolves, and The Green Earth.