American Hostage

The Leonard Lopate Show | May 10, 2010
Micah Garen was kidnapped in Iraq last year and held captive for ten days. He tells us about his ordeal, and explains why and how he was freed. He’s joined by his fiancee and fellow documentary filmmaker Marie-Helene Carleton to discuss their new book: American Hostage.

» Read an excerpt of American Hostage in the Reading Room

Events:
Micah Garen and Marie-Helene Carleton will be speaking and signing books on:
Wednesday, October 12th at 7pm
Borders at 10 Columbus Circle

Music: Kiss the Girls
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