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Alice McDermott joins Diane to talk about her latest novel, the story of a Long Island family weathering the realities of post--World War II America, including the Vietnam War and the sexual revolution.
Alice McDermott, author of the National Book Award--winning "Charming Billy," "Child of My Heart" and "After This."
A social critic examines the issue of friendship - how friendships change over time, why and how friendships end, and the unique qualities of 21st century friendships.
Joseph Epstein, former editor of The American Scholar. He is also author of "Snobbery: The American Version."