Russell Baker

When Baker gave the John S. Knight Fellowship Lecture, the Department of Communication at Stanford University put together this biography. You'll also find a link to the lecture itself on this page.

This article from the Seattle Times about Baker's last column for the New York Times contains a good deal of biographical information. How does it differ from the information presented above?

Baker grew up in Loudoun County, Virginia. This page from the Loudoun County Public Schools gives you a picture of what the area looks like today.

Search here to find out how many Pulitzer Prizes Baker has won. What names do you recognize on the citation page(s)? How can you go about finding out more about them?

You're probably wondering what Baker thinks about french fries. A sure way to find out is to read this quote.

This is the homepage of the PBS program Baker hosts, Masterpiece Theater. There, you'll find a wealth of information, including links to an excellent literary timeline, an FAQ, and a forum.

Read this review by Ward Just of Baker's The Good Times. What did you learn about the book from the review? What kinds of things would you have to consult the book directly to find out? (Free registration required.)

Ready to read more of Baker's work? Here are some reviews he wrote for The New York Review of Books. What major differences do you see between them and the readings in your text?

Click here to read Baker's introduction to the PBS show Masterpiece Theatre's adaptation of Othello. Do you ever watch that program? What television shows do you watch?

Baker wrote this portrait of the cultural changes taking place in the United States in 1964. Did any of the references give you trouble? How can you go about finding out more about them? (Free registration required.)