CLASSIFICATION
Swallow ID:
8745
Partner Institution:
Simon Fraser University
Source Collection Label:
Roy Miki Fonds
Sub Series:
Roy Miki Fonds
ITEM DESCRIPTION
Title:
James Laughlin's talk on history of New Directions at SFU on March 17, 1982 Part 1 of 2
Title Source:
Cassette and J-card
Language:
English
Production Context:
Documentary recording
Identifiers:
[]
Rights
Rights:
Copyright Not Evaluated (CNE)
CREATORS
Name:
Vanel, Kurtis
Name:
Miki, Roy
Dates:
1942-
Notes:
Roy Miki introduces James Laughlin sharing a bit about New Directions publishing
Name:
Laughlin, James
Dates:
1914-1997
Name:
Blaser, Robin
Dates:
1925-2009
Notes:
Robin Blaser builds on Roy Miki's introduction by elaborating on what sets New Directions publishing apart from other publishers.
CONTRIBUTORS
MATERIAL DESCRIPTION
Image:
Recording Type:
Analogue
AV Type:
Audio
Material Designation:
Cassette
Physical Composition:
Magnetic Tape
Extent:
1/8 inch
Sound Quality:
Good
Physical Condition:
Good
Other Physical Description:
Black and white clear jewel case with J-card
DIGITAL FILE DESCRIPTION
Channel Field:
Stereo
Sample Rate:
44.1 kHz
Duration:
T00:31:08
Size:
45.7
Bitrate:
32 bit
Encoding:
WAV for master files and .MP3 for online files
Channel Field:
Stereo
Sample Rate:
44.1 kHz
Duration:
T00:31:13
Size:
45.6 MB
Bitrate:
32 bit
Encoding:
WAV for master files and .MP3 for online files
Dates
Date:
1982-03-17
Type:
Production Date
Source:
J-card
LOCATION
Address:
8888 University Dr, Burnaby, BC V5A 1S6
Venue:
Simon Fraser University
Latitude:
49.2770
Longitude:
-122.9178
CONTENT
NOTES
Type:
General
Note:
After a brief introduction by Roy Miki and Robin Blaser, Blaser opens the discussion by asking James Laughlin to explain how his grandmother contributed to the foundation of New Directions. Blaser also inquires about Laughlin’s policy for selecting books to publish. Laughlin discusses his early decision to become a publisher, the concerns he faced at the time, and the individuals who have worked with him since the inception of New Directions. Additionally, Laughlin delves into Ezra Pound’s influence, including his fascist political ideology and advocacy for social credit reform. Finally, he reflects on the experience of publishing books during the years 1932–1935.
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