Carol Shields was lauded as a keen observer of people as well as a writer of extraordinary skill. In the ten brief years from her “discovery” in 1993 to her death in 2003, she became one of the most celebrated Canadian authors in the world. When she died of cancer at 68 she was mourned both at home and abroad. CBC broadcaster and author Eleanor Wachtel has just published a book of her conversations and correspondance with Carol Shields called Random Illuminations published by GooseLane Editions. This week on the podcast--a reflection of the Shields magic and one of Eleanor’s favourite interviews with the author. Plus, you’ll hear a tribute from fellow writers Jane Urquhart and Marjorie Anderson.
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