A literary great takes on the Civil War

He's written about turn-of-the-century America and the McCarthy era. In his latest novel, E.L. Doctorow explores the human cost of the Civil War and Sherman's destructive march to the sea.

Guests

• E.L. Doctorow: Acclaimed novelist whose works include "the Book of Daniel" (1971) and "Ragtime" (1975). His most recent novel is "The March."

Resources

• About E.L. Doctorow
• Ted Mann Concert Hall, events