Topic: Philip Roth

Philip Roth Clears Up His 'Crack-Up'

Reuters

In a letter to The Atlantic, novelist Philip Roth explains what happened when he had an adverse reaction to sleeping pills he was prescribed in the late 1980s. 

By Ray Gustini

Apr 4, 2012

What the Tweet?

Philip Roth, Bank Robberies, and James Bond's Beer

After a day of staring at Twitter, we're sharing our favorite tweets that made no sense.

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By Heather Horn

Jun 27, 2011

Comment of the Day

Comment of the Day: Why Philip Roth Doesn't Read Fiction

A reader posits that most poets probably don't read poetry, either

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By John Hudson

Jun 27, 2011

Philip Roth: 'I've Stopped Reading Fiction'

The American novelist tells an interviewer history and biography interest him now

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By Adam Clark Estes

May 18, 2011

Judge Quits Booker Panel, Says Nasty Things About Philip Roth

Carmen Callil does not agree with the choice of this year's winner

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