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The Freaks Came Out To Write: The Definitive History Of The Village Voice, The Radical Paper That Changed American Culture,New
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A rollicking history of America's most iconic weekly newspaper told through the voices of its legendary writers, editors, and photographers.You either were there or you wanted to be. A defining New York City institution cofounded by Norman Mailer, The Village Voice was the first newspaper to cover hiphop, the avantgarde art scene, and OffBroadway with gravitas. It reported on the AIDS crisis with urgency and seriousness when other papers dismissed it as a gay disease. In 1979, the Voices Wayne Barrett uncovered Donald Trump as a corrupt con artist before anyone else was paying attention. It invented new forms of criticism and storytelling and revolutionized journalism, spawning hundreds of copycats.With more than 200 interviews, including twotime Pulitzer Prize winner, Colson Whitehead, cultural critic Greg Tate, gossip columnist Michael Musto, and feminist writers Vivian Gornick and Susan Brownmiller, former Voice writer Tricia Romano pays homage to the paper that saved NYC landmarks from destruction and exposed corrupt landlords and judges. With interviews featuring postpunk band, Blondie, sportscaster Bob Costas, and drummer Max Weinberg, of Bruce Springsteens E Street Band, in this definitive oral history, Romano tells the story of journalism, New York City and American cultureand the most famous altweekly of all time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Freaks Came Out to Write'? A: The book explores the history of The Village Voice, focusing on its impact on American journalism, culture, and the voices of its influential writers, editors, and photographers.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The book is authored by Tricia Romano, a former writer for The Village Voice.
- Q: What significant events does the book cover? A: The book covers various significant events, including the rise of hip-hop, the AIDS crisis, and the exposure of Donald Trump's early corruption.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 608 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book is scheduled to be published on February 27, 2024.
- Q: Is the book available in hardcover? A: Yes, 'The Freaks Came Out to Write' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: What awards has the book been nominated for? A: It has been nominated as a finalist for the 2024 National Book Critics Choice Awards and the 2025 Gotham Book Prize.
- Q: Does the book include interviews with notable figures? A: Yes, the book features over 200 interviews with notable figures, including Pulitzer Prize winners and cultural critics.
- Q: What makes this book a definitive history of The Village Voice? A: The book is considered a definitive history because it compiles extensive interviews and accounts that highlight the paper's influence on journalism and culture in America.
- Q: Where can I find reviews or ratings for this book? A: Reviews and ratings for 'The Freaks Came Out to Write' can typically be found on major book retail sites and literary review platforms.