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The Book Show #1298 - Rilla Askew

WAMC Northeast Public Radio | By Joe Donahue
Published June 4, 2013 at 3:06 PM EDT
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At the heart of Rilla Askew’s new novel, Kind of Kin

, are social and political issues that continue to rend the fabric of America: illegal immigration, conflicting cultures, the abuse of power, and the tension between faith and government.

Askew has written an investigation of how sweeping, agenda-driven legislation affects real, individual lives.

Aired previously as Book Show 1278.

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Joe talks to people on the radio for a living. In addition to countless impressive human "gets" - he has talked to a lot of Muppets. Joe grew up in Philadelphia, has been on the area airwaves for more than 25 years and currently lives in Washington County, NY with his wife, Kelly, and their dog, Brady. And yes, he reads every single book.
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