The life and times of American Master Carl Sandburg.

The Day Carl Sandburg Died American Masters

Premiered September 23, 2012
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The Day Carl Sandburg Died

Carl Sandburg's life was like a tall tale. Yes, Sandburg was only a man. But, his words were Paul Bunyan; his words were John Henry: impossibly real. For much of the 20th century, Sandburg was synonymous with the American experience, a spokesman and writer on behalf of the people.

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