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How Shel Silverstein Became a Poet, Songwriter, and American Icon

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On this episode of Our American Stories, Shel Silverstein was a poet, illustrator, and songwriter who didn’t fit any mold. Known to millions for The Giving Tree and Where the Sidewalk Ends, he also wrote one of country music’s most unforgettable hits: “A Boy Named Sue,” made famous by Johnny Cash. With a legacy that spans literature, music, and illustration, Silverstein remains one of the most versatile and beloved storytellers in American culture. Our American Stories’ own Greg Hengler shares the story.

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On this episode of Our American Stories, Shel Silverstein was a poet, illustrator, and songwriter who didn’t fit any mold. Known to millions for The Giving Tree and Where the Sidewalk Ends, he also wrote one of country music’s most unforgettable hits: “A Boy Named Sue,” made famous by Johnny Cash. With a legacy that spans literature, music, and illustration, Silverstein remains one of the most versatile and beloved storytellers in American culture. Our American Stories’ own Greg Hengler shares the story.

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1. How Shel Silverstein Became a Poet, Songwriter, and American Icon (00:00:00)

2. Marker 01 (00:09:27)

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