An Interview with Ernest Gaines

In May 4, 2001, Ernest Gaines was interviewed by the Academy of Achievement in San Antonio, Texas. During this interview, he discussed his keys to success. The following are video excerpts from this interview:

• Passion
• Courage
• VisionVision 2Vision 3
• American DreamAmerican Dream 2
• PerseverancePerseverance 2Perseverance 3Perseverance 4

Radio Show

Ernest Gaines's A Lesson Before Dying radio show is narrated by Dana Gioia and features Burl Cain, Ruby Dee, Ernest Gaines, Ash Green, Romulus Linney, Sister Helen Prejean, Ken Yatta Rogers and Cicely Tyson.