Former U.S. Poet Laureate Mark Strand Dies At 80
The Canadian-born poet was known for his wit and introspection. He also won the Pulitzer Prize for Poetry and Yale University's Bollingen Prize.
Remembrances
Iconic Lebanese Singer Sabah Dies At 87
Sabah rose to fame in Egypt in the 1950s and became a household name across the Arab world, known for her powerful voice and bold persona.
'Queen Of Crime' PD James Was A Master Of Her Craft
A remembrance of murder mystery writer PD James, who died Thursday at her home in Oxford, England.
For P.D. James, A Good Mystery Celebrated Human Intelligence
The British author of best-selling detective stories has died at age 94. "In a sense, the detective story is a small celebration of reason and order in our very disorderly world," she told NPR.
British Mystery Novelist P.D. James Dies At 94
The author of such books as The Black Tower was best-known for her series featuring Scotland Yard detective Adam Dalgliesh.
D.C.'s 'Mayor For Life' Ends His Reign: Marion Barry Dies At 78
Barry was a controversial politician whose political career took a turn when he was convicted of drug possession. Renee Montagne talks with Kevin Merida of The Washington Post about Barry's comebacks.
Spanish Duchess Of Alba Remembered As A Colorful Figure
The funeral was held in Spain for the Duchess of Alba on Friday. She was one of Europe's most eccentric — and richest — aristocrats.
Fresh Air Remembers Film And Broadway Director Mike Nichols
Nichols directed such movies as The Graduate and Birdcage and Broadway musicals such as Spamalot. He won nine Tony Awards. Nichols died Wednesday at 83. He talked with Terry Gross in 2001.
Director Mike Nichols Remembered As A Comedian, Raconteur, Charmer
Robert Siegel remembers director and film icon Mike Nichols, who died Wednesday of a heart attack at 83.
Mike Nichols: Remembering The Ellipses After The Story Ends
We consider the work of writer-director-performer Mike Nichols, who died Wednesday.