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01/29/2008
John Grisham
An hour with author John Grisham
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An hour conversation with best-selling author John Grisham about his book The Appeal, his writing process and the upcoming 2008 election.
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Great interview. You touched upon all the important topics very perceptively, Charlie.
Kimberly: I think Charlie was just challenging John, because that's what you're supposed to do. Basically, he was asking, "Have you lived up to your potential?" I think you're being too sensitive, Kimberly. These guys are hard-core.
Mr. Rose--First let me say how much I admire your show and the thoughtful debate which you bring to the public arena. It is always refreshing to hear the sobriety with which you conduct your interviews in such a cacophony of lowbrow demagoguery. I wanted to make a few observations on your interview with Mr. Grisham vis-a-vis his new novel, which I, admittedly, have not yet read. I live in Mississippi and work in Mississippi politics, and I am clearly very interested in the subject matter of big business vs. hot shot plaintiff's attorneys. I'm not sure whether or not you are aware of all the controversy concerning the Mississippi trial bar right now; but I think that it would have been interesting to hear Mr. Grisham's thoughts on the matter. The legends of the Mississippi legal world--some of the largest names in mass torts law suits--are now embroiled in a scandal which threatens the very legal system in our state for allegedly bribing judges. These are men like Dickie Scruggs, who was made famous nationally in The Insider for his role in successfully prosecuting a lawsuit against big tobacco, and Joey Langston, who recovered $100 million for the state of Mississippi against WorldCom. I would have loved to hear the contrast of Mr. Grisham's opinions on this matter versus his views on the evils of big business. However, I enjoyed the program, as always. Please keep up your wonderful work. Richard Davis, Jackson, MS
I am sorry, however Charlie was not "bullying" John Grisham. That's pretty Manichean. He addressed a similar, if not more relevant, question to H.S. Thompson soon before his suicide. To paraphrase: "did you waste your talent? did you not create that great work because you were lazy? because you loved smack and blow and intoxication too much?" To ask someone who is more than competent in their creation but who has not taken the risk, why? This is an important inquiry. It has nothing to do with the "literature" of the pendants, it has all to do with the potential of creative humanity, and why or why not an individual takes the leap.
Addition to my previous e-mail. To Mr. Grisham, Sorry but I read a good book quickly. At the time "Runaway Jury" was published, I purchased it at the airport in Amsterdam, Holland. I started reading and by the time our plane landed in Chicago, Illinois, I had read all the book except for the last 30 pages. I was too tired to finish the book that evening, but the next morning I finished the book before I had my first cup of coffee. Take care.
Thanks Mr. Rose, I would say this interview was better than the one that was done in Oct. 2006 and it was a good one. Mr. Grishman was easy going and did not hesitate to say what he thought, which made the questions easier for Mr. Rose. Both men could go from topic to topic with ease. To Esther Hays: I am not an English Professer but You and Her sounds better than You and she, both her and she are pronouns first, her is also listed as an adjative in the dictionary. What else could Mr. Rose say? You and She or, You and (give her first name). Maybe Mr. Grisham did not want his wife's first name said.
Thanks Mr. Rose, I would say this interview was better than the one that was done in Oct. 2006 and it was a good one. Mr. Grishman was easy going and did not hesitate to say what he thought, which made the questions easier for Mr. Rose. Both men could go from topic to topic with ease. To Esther Hays: I am not an English Professer but You and Her sounds better than You and she, both her and she are pronouns first, her is also listed as an adjative in the dictionary. What else could Mr. Rose say? You and She or, You and (give her first name). Maybe Mr. Grisham did not want his wife's first name said.
Dear Mr. Rose, You are the only reason I'm thankful for insomnia. I tell everyone I know that you are the best interviewer today. Your natural talent for coming across as if you are interested in everyone and about everything is rare. And I remain amazed at the wide knowledge you have on so many subjects. Most of all, I believe your greatest asset is that you are an excellent listener and, unlike many interviewers, you are not in love with your own voice. Last night, I watched with interest as you interviewed John Grisham. For most of the interview it seemed like I was watching two buddies sitting on a front porch talking. Most of the hour was an engaging exchange--Mr. Grisham's easy-going delivery and your keen thought-provoking questions. However you made a bad turn in the last moments of the interview when you illuded to Mr. Grisham's work as not being great. From where I sat, your questioning of his level of success sounded mean-spirited. Mr. Grisham handled those inquiries with grace, but I'm afraid you came off as a bully. And even the day after, I can't help but wonder, what was that about?
Mr. Rose - Last night, Jan. 29th, I was half-watching your interview with John Grisham. Mr. Grisham was talking about trying to persuade his wife to move to Paris. All of a sudden I was bolted awake by one of your comments. I thought I heard you say, "You and her are talking about it." Did you really say that? You and HER? Her is a possessive pronoun and a direct object. It is NEVER to be used as the subject of a sentence. The video of the interview is not posted on your website yet. Please tell me I misheard. I've always put you on the same pedestal as Dick Cavett, so I hope I'm wrong. Esther Hays
I just finished watching your very engaging interview with John Grisham--and of course, I saw him on Bill Moyers' show last week, too. Please tell Mr. Grisham and his wife to come to Connecticut for Super Tuesday. Not many delegates on the line, but Bill and Hillary have the whole Yale Law School connection--which would be great fodder for a future novel. This photo has been going around the internet for a while now. http://www.websophist.com/Bill-&-Hillary-1970-New-HavO.jpg I grew up in New Haven and I know *exactly* where it was taken. It brings back childhood memories of the Black Panther trials and the May Day protests.