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Winner of the Anne M. Sperber PrizeA spirited and revealing memoir by the most celebrated editor of his time.After editing The Columbia Review, staging plays at Cambridge, and a stint in the greetingcard department of Macy's, Robert Gottlieb stumbled into a job at Simon and Schuster. By the time he left to run Alfred A. Knopf a dozen years later, he was the editor in chief, having discovered and edited Catch22 and The American Way of Death, among other bestsellers. At Knopf, Gottlieb edited an astonishing list of authors, including Toni Morrison, John Cheever, Doris Lessing, John le Carr, Michael Crichton, Lauren Bacall, Katharine Graham, Robert Caro, Nora Ephron, and Bill Clintonnot to mention Bruno Bettelheim and Miss Piggy. In Avid Reader, Gottlieb writes with wit and candor about succeeding William Shawn as the editor of The New Yorker, and the challenges and satisfactions of running America's preeminent magazine. Sixty years after joining Simon and Schuster, Gottlieb is still at itediting, anthologizing, and, to his surprise, writing.But this account of a life founded upon reading is about more than the arc of a singular careerone that also includes a lifelong involvement with the world of dance. It's about transcendent friendships and collaborations, 'elective affinities' and family, psychoanalysis and Bakelite purses, the alchemical relationship between writer and editor, the glory days of publishing, andalwaysthe sheer exhilaration of work.
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- Q: What is 'Avid Reader' about? A: 'Avid Reader' is a memoir by Robert Gottlieb, chronicling his career as a prominent editor. It shares insights into his experiences editing bestselling books, his work at The New Yorker, and his lifelong passion for reading and dance.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Avid Reader'? A: The author of 'Avid Reader' is Robert Gottlieb, a well-known editor who has worked with numerous celebrated authors throughout his career.
- Q: What is the page count of 'Avid Reader'? A: 'Avid Reader' contains 371 pages, providing an in-depth look at Robert Gottlieb's life and career in publishing.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'Avid Reader'? A: 'Avid Reader' is available in paperback binding, making it a flexible and easy-to-handle format for readers.
- Q: When was 'Avid Reader' published? A: 'Avid Reader' was published on September 12, 2017.
- Q: Is 'Avid Reader' a new book? A: Yes, 'Avid Reader' is listed as a new book, ensuring that readers receive a fresh copy.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Avid Reader'? A: 'Avid Reader' explores themes such as the relationship between writers and editors, the dynamics of the publishing industry, and personal reflections on friendships and collaborations.
- Q: Is there a specific edition of 'Avid Reader'? A: 'Avid Reader' is available in a reprint edition, providing readers with an updated version of this memoir.
- Q: What type of readers would enjoy 'Avid Reader'? A: 'Avid Reader' is ideal for anyone interested in the publishing industry, memoirs, or the lives of influential literary figures.
- Q: Does 'Avid Reader' include any notable anecdotes? A: Yes, 'Avid Reader' includes many anecdotes from Robert Gottlieb's career, including his experiences with famous authors and the challenges of editing.