New York Days is the long-awaited successor to the award-winning North Toward Home. In this book, Willie Morris describes his extraordinary years as the youngest editor-in-chief ever of Harper's, the oldest American magazine. The setting is New York City in the 1960s, a time and place full of possibilities where important cultural and political developments began.
Content and context
Willie Morris moves in the center of a vibrant network of writers, artists, and influential figures such as William Styron, Woody Allen, and Bobby Kennedy. He transforms Harper’s from a literary magazine into a leading political-cultural medium, until internal conflicts in 1971 lead to a mass cancellation and the end of an era.
Personal story
In addition to the account of this dynamic period, Morris provides an intimate glimpse into his personal loss and struggle. Despite his professional successes, he also experienced the breakdown of his marriage and the fall of the magazine he helped build.
Suitable for
- Readers interested in American culture and history of the 1960s.
- Self-study and education in the field of literature and journalism.
The text is written in English, level C2, and offers an in-depth, lyrical, and humorous view of a crucial period. Intertaal is your reliable supplier and guarantees fast delivery of this unique learning tool.