"It was impossible to grow up in Berkeley and not be drawn to the archipelago of bookstores that shaped the era," reflects Steve Wasserman in his memoir, capturing the vibrant literary culture of the '60s.
"Only Orson Welles, I felt, could do right by Renoir," Wasserman writes, underscoring his role as deputy editor at the Los Angeles Times, showcasing his editorial instincts at the intersection of film and literary achievement.
"She was something of an Auntie Mame figure to me," he expresses regarding his encounters with Susan Sontag, illustrating the influential relationships that shaped his intellectual journey and the literary world.
By working alongside the likes of Tom Hayden and in the company of legendary figures, Wasserman's trajectory demonstrates the profound impact of community and privilege in shaping a life dedicated to literature and activism.
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