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SUM AND SUBSTANCE showcases 20 of the great minds of this part of the century as they share declarations of belief and commitment--a permanent, living record of their ideas on a wide range of subjects and opinions, on their values and philosophies as they look back over their accomplishments. Guests include William Inge, Pulitzer Prize playwright (Bus Stop); Jimmy Durante, entertainer; Upton Sinclair, Pulitzer Prize author; Jean Renoir, eminent French film producer-director; Aldous Huxley, author of BRAVE NEW WORLD; and Clifford Odets, playwright of Country Girl.