Robert Coover's first novel, The Origin of the Brunists, won the 1966 William Faulkner Award. His other works include the collection of short fiction, Pricksongs and Descants, a collection of plays, A Theological Position, such novels as The Public Burning, Spanking the Maid, Gerald's Party, Pinocchio in Venice, John's Wife, Ghost Town and Briar Rose. His latest honor is the Dugannon Foundation's REA award for his lifetime contribution to the short story. As a university professor, Mr. Coover teaches courses in electronic writing and mixed media as well as standard workshops.

Readings

Downcity Poetry Series - Spring 2007

• Full Reading
  [Recorded: 03/07/06 | Run time: 54:54]

Contemporary Writers Reading Series - Spring 2006

• Sequel to "The Origin of the Brunists" (excerpt)
  [Recorded: 04/16/06 | Run time: 22:21]

E-Fest 2007 Symposium

• Full Reading
  [Recorded: 02/22/07 | Run time: 1:09:58]

Writers on Writing Reading Series - Fall 2008

• Full Reading
  [Recorded: 12/03/08 | Run time: 43:28]

Adaptation

• "The New Thing" (excerpt)
  [Recorded: 12/03/08 | Run time: 10:18]

Unspeakable Practices V: Celebrating Robert Coover, May 2012

• Full Reading
  [Recorded: 05/01/12 | Run time: 11:08]

Contemporary Writers Reading Series - Spring 2014

• Full Reading
  [Recorded: 04/01/14 | Run time: 56:59]