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Life Stories: Profiles from The New Yorker (Modern Library (Paperback)),Used
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One of art's purest challenges is to translate a human being into words. The New Yorker has met this challenge more successfully and more originally than any other modern American journal. It has indelibly shaped the genre known as the Profile. Starting with lightfantastic evocations of glamorous and idiosyncratic figures of the twenties and thirties, such as Henry Luce and Isadora Duncan, and continuing to the present, with complex pictures of such contemporaries as Mikhail Baryshnikov and Richard Pryor, this collection of New Yorker Profiles presents readers with a portrait gallery of some of the most prominent figures of the twentieth century. These Profiles are literaryjournalistic investigations into character and accomplishment, motive and madness, beauty and ugliness, and are unrivalled in their range, their variety of style, and their embrace of humanity.Including these twentyeight profiles:Mr. Hunters Grave by Joseph MitchellSecrets of the Magus by Mark SingerIsadora by Janet FlannerThe Soloist by Joan AcocellaTime . . . Fortune . . . Life . . . Luce by Walcott GibbsNobody Better, Better Than Nobody by Ian FrazierThe Mountains of Pi by Richard PrestonCovering the Cops by Calvin TrillinTravels in Georgia by John McPheeThe Man Who Walks on Air by Calvin TomkinsA House on Gramercy Park by Geoffrey HellmanHow Do You Like It Now, Gentlemen? by Lillian RossThe Education of a Prince by Alva JohnstonWhite Like Me by Henry Louis Gates, Jr.Wunderkind by A. J. LieblingFifteen Years of The Salto Mortale by Kenneth TynanThe Duke in His Domain by Truman CapoteA Pryor Love by Hilton AlsGone for Good by Roger AngellLady with a Pencil by Nancy FranklinDealing with Roseanne by John LahrThe Coolhunt by Malcolm GladwellMan Goes to See a Doctor by Adam GopnikShow Dog by Susan OrleanFortyOne False Starts by Janet MalcolmThe Redemption by Nicholas LemannGore Without a Script by Nicholas LemannDelta Nights by Bill Buford
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Life Stories: Profiles from The New Yorker'? A: The main theme of 'Life Stories' revolves around intimate portraits of prominent figures from the twentieth century, blending literary and journalistic styles to explore character, accomplishment, and the complexities of human nature.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by David Remnick, a renowned journalist and editor.
- Q: How many profiles are included in this collection? A: This collection features twenty-eight profiles of notable individuals, showcasing a variety of writing styles and perspectives.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in a paperback binding, making it lightweight and portable.
- Q: Is 'Life Stories' suitable for readers interested in journalism? A: Yes, the book is particularly suitable for readers interested in journalism, as it exemplifies the Profile genre, merging writing with investigative storytelling.
- Q: When was 'Life Stories' published? A: The book was published on May 15, 2001.
- Q: What is the page count of 'Life Stories: Profiles from The New Yorker'? A: The book contains a total of 624 pages.
- Q: Are there any notable figures featured in this book? A: Yes, the book includes profiles of notable figures such as Isadora Duncan, Mikhail Baryshnikov, and Richard Pryor, among others.
- Q: What makes the profiles in this book unique? A: The profiles are unique due to their depth, variety of writing styles, and the blend of personal insight with broader cultural commentary.
- Q: Is this book recommended for fans of The New Yorker? A: Absolutely, fans of The New Yorker will appreciate this collection as it showcases some of the best writing and profiles published in the magazine.