originally published 9/30/1993

Published in 1992, The Bridges of Madison County by Robert James Waller was a surprise best-seller, remaining on the New York Times list for 164 consecutive weeks. In an early appearance on the Mars Hill Tapes (Volume 4), Alan Jacobs examines the book’s characteristics and popularity.

14 minutes

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