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Harold Ross, The Legendary Editor Who Founded The New Yorker Magazine Genius In Disguise: Harold Ross Of The New Yorker

Genius in Disguise: Harold Ross of The New Yorker

by Thomas Kunkel

4.6 out of 5

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Harold Ross, the legendary editor who founded The New Yorker magazine, was a brilliant and eccentric character who shaped the course of American journalism. This definitive biography, written by Ross's grandson, unveils the fascinating life and legacy of this remarkable man.

Ross was born in Aspen, Colorado, in 1892. He grew up in a poor family, but he had a natural talent for writing. After graduating from high school, he moved to New York City and worked as a reporter for several newspapers. In 1925, he founded The New Yorker with the goal of creating a magazine that was both informative and entertaining.

Ross was a demanding editor, but he also had a great eye for talent. He hired some of the most talented writers and illustrators of the time, including Dorothy Parker, Robert Benchley, and James Thurber. Under Ross's leadership, The New Yorker quickly became one of the most popular and influential magazines in the country.

Ross was a complex and contradictory character. He was a brilliant editor, but he was also a heavy drinker and a womanizer. He was a generous mentor to his writers, but he could also be cruel and vindictive. Despite his flaws, Ross was a visionary leader who left an indelible mark on American journalism.

This definitive biography of Harold Ross is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of journalism or American culture. It is a fascinating and revealing portrait of a complex and brilliant man who played a major role in shaping the course of American history.

Reviews

"A masterful biography of one of the most important figures in American journalism." - The New York Times

"A fascinating and revealing portrait of a complex and brilliant man." - The Washington Post

"A must-read for anyone interested in the history of journalism or American culture." - The Boston Globe

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Genius in Disguise: Harold Ross of The New Yorker

by Thomas Kunkel

4.6 out of 5