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The Crimson defense rose to the occasion, however, and, sparked by several fine saves from Ippolito, repulsed the Tigers time after time, keeping the game scoreless.

Author: By Bruce Schoenfeld, | Title: Princeton Purrs Past Stickwomen, 1-0 | 10/29/1979 | See Source »

Thus spoke Fidel Castro. Stabbing at the air, leaning dramatically against the lectern, the bearded Cuban President addressed the United Nations General Assembly for more than two hours. It was his first visit to the U.S. in 19 years, and Castro marked the occasion by larding his speech with anti...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: THE CARIBBEAN: Rebel's Rousing Return | 10/22/1979 | See Source »

There are a few less happy sequences, especially one involving Pepe le Pew, the amorous French-accented skunk, and it may be a mistake to use Bugs as a host-narrator. His specialty was one-liners, and a mouthful of words ill suits his style. But why quibble? Jones was...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Cinema: Magnificent Obsessives | 10/22/1979 | See Source »

A good journalist approaches an interview subject as he would a safe, spinning from cajolery to intimidation to sympathy, hoping to hit upon the right combination. In May 1977, David Frost unlocked Richard Nixon as no inquisitor ever had, eliciting candid admissions, remorse, even a glint of tears. Dismissed beforehand...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Press: Chilly Chat with Henry Kissinger | 10/22/1979 | See Source »

What might have happened here--what Sagan had undoubtedly hoped for--does not. No tone reflecting the enthusisam of one passionately interested in scientific inquiry permeates these pages. On the rare occasion when such spirit does break forth, the writing is enchanting:

Author: By James Aisenberg, | Title: Carl's Charisma | 10/20/1979 | See Source »

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