Minnesota Public Radio Stories

• A teacher looks at war through words
  An English teacher at West Point explains her literary choices for expanding the minds of her student cadets, some of whom will soon become soldiers.9:06 a.m.
  Guests
  Elizabeth Samet: English professor at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, and author of "Soldier's Heart: Reading Literature Through Peace and War at West Point."
  Resources
  Soldier's Heart: Reading Literature Through Peace and War at West Point
  NPR: West Point and War Transform English Teacher
• Pakistan's uncertain future
  Former Pakistani prime minister and opposition leader Benazir Bhutto has been laid to rest in Pakistan, but some fear the fallout from her assassination will further destabilize the country.9:45 a.m.
  Guests
  Michael Fisher: History professor at Oberlin College. He has taught the history of the region for nearly 30 years.
  More from MPR
  Reaction to Benazir Bhutto's assassination (12/27/2007)
  MPR News Cut: The Bhutto effect
  Resources
  About Michael Fisher
• Ian McKellen portrays King Lear, the crowning of a stage career
  Ian McKellen, one of the most acclaimed Shakespearean actors, says for most of his career, the role of King Lear was almost unapproachable. But now McKellen earns raves for his portrayal of the tormented king. He performed the role at the Guthrie Theater in Minneapolis in October.10:06 a.m.
  Guests
  Ian McKellen: Actor and member of the Royal Shakespeare Company, whose performances of "King Lear" and "The Seagull" play in repertory at the Guthrie Theater. McKellen is perhaps best known for his role as Gandalf in the "Lord of the Rings" films.
  Resources
  Ian McKellen's Web site
  The Guthrie Theater

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