

First Draft - Geraldine Brooks
Dec 21, 2015
Geraldine Brooks, Pulitzer Prize winner, discusses the challenges of writing a biography on King David, the portrayal of his wives, the real story of David and Goliath, and the complexity of the main character. She also shares insights on her writing process and how to deal with rejection.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Exploring the Image of King David with the Harp and the Challenges of Writing his Biography
02:11 • 3min
Imagining David's Wives and the Balance Between Biographical Information and Imagination
04:49 • 2min
Delving into the Real Story of David and Goliath
07:18 • 5min
The Complex Character of David
12:19 • 20min
Writing Process, Dealing with Rejection, and Favorite Word
32:17 • 3min