Paul Sporn

Dr. Sporn after reading my undergraduate paper in 1971 at Wayne on the similarity of Peacock’s ‘Four Ages of Poetry’ to Frye’s ‘theory of modes,’ marginally responded, “You’re clearly correct. But you’ll never get this published.” Frye himself responded by airmail to my paper sent from my London squat where I produced readings for the London Poetry Secretariat in 1973, “Ahh, but I never said there was no connexion between myself and Peacock.” Frye’s duplicitous negation was unfortunately...

In researching Pam's great work in film on the internet, I am just learning that her father, Paul Sporn had passed on my birthday (Feb. 27) in 2007. I am reading about this remarkable man whose daughter, Pam attended middle school with me in Michigan and played in the orchestra together in the cello section. I am sure that I have seen Professor Sporn at some of our concerts. I must praise him on the upbringing of his children, especially Pam who is doing great work in cultural diversity...

I am sorry to learn that Paul Sporn has died. We at the Charles Pollock Archives have had occasion -- more than once -- to be grateful to him for his excellent interview with my late husband Charles Pollock and all the information he gathered concerning that period of United States history.

I am extremely shocked by the fact that Paul has left us. Is he the same Paul Sporn that I know? I regret so much that I did not try to contact him and Jo earlier and more often. I regret that I did not get a chance to bit him farewell when he left us.

Today, after finishing drafting a motion, Paul and Jo's images filled up my mind. I dug out my old phone book and found the phone number for Paul in his Chicago home. The phone line was disconnected. I had a bad feeling, and...

I had Paul Sporn as an instructor in freshman English at the University of Buffalo. My education came not from the class he taught but rather from his experiences with HUAC. Although I disagree with many of his opinions, seeing someone you know and respect persecuted for their beliefs left a lasting impression on me. I give my sympathy to his family.

My deep condolences...every fighter must eventually hang their gloves.

I am a doctoral candidate in the Department of Art History and Critical Theory at the University of Essex, England. I've recently been given a 35mm film strip that Paul worked on in the late 40s or early 50s in collaboration with the New York Council of Art, Science and Profession. Is there anyone out there who could tell me about Paul's work with the NY Council or about this filmstrip? I would be greatly endebted....

Dear Sporn Family and all those who loved and respected Paul Sporn,
I have just now finished reading Paul's obituary and feel sadened that I never met this remarkable, talented and dedicated man. I am certain his love for justice will continue with all those who knew and loved him.

I don't believe I've ever met this comrade, but I am no doubt a product of his struggle and will carry it on so long as I live. Chi-town red

As a friend and colleague of Paul's daughter, Pamela, I only had the pleasure of meeting Professor Sporn once upon the occasion of his granddaughter Leilani's graduation from high school. He was an amazingly brilliant and generous mentor to many, and will be truly missed as the same.