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Cindy Sherman's and Rea Irvin's Eustace Tilley

The New Yorker broke tradition by featuring Cindy Sherman's photographic Eustace Tilley on its centenary cover, the first to depict him peering into a mirror.
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Nathan Heller on E. B. White's Paragraph About the Moon Landing

Elwyn Brooks White became The New Yorker's defining paragrapher whose concise, precise paragraphs culminated in a single perfect paragraph on the Apollo 11 moon landing.
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2 weeks ago

Play Laugh Lines No. 33: On the Phone

Jamaica Kincaid discusses her writing journey and the emergence of her voice in her latest essay collection.
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3 weeks ago

Andrew Marantz on Janet Flanner's "Fuhrer"

Janet Flanner transformed from a gossip columnist into a celebrated journalist, capturing European life for The New Yorker.
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1 month ago

An Adolescent Crush That Never Let Up

John Updike had a 55-year professional relationship with The New Yorker, contributing over 150 poems and 160 stories.
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2 months ago

Zadie Smith's New Story Is Inspired by a Classic

Zadie Smith, Jhumpa Lahiri, and Ottessa Moshfegh respond creatively to The New Yorker's legacy by writing inspired stories and reflections.
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2 months ago

John McPhee on His Childhood Appearance in The New Yorker

The moment I saw the piece by Whitaker featuring me as a child, I developed a lifelong affection for The New Yorker.
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3 months ago

Mark Singer on John Bainbridge's "The Super-Americans"

Unexpected opportunities can arise from one's past work, as illustrated by the author's chance meeting with William Shawn.
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3 months ago

When a Writer Takes to the Stage

The article explores writers from The New Yorker who have transitioned to performing on stage, revealing the dichotomy between those who should and shouldn't.
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3 months ago

Bonus Daily Cartoon: Root for the Home Team

Mads Horwath has contributed humor and cartoons to The New Yorker since 2019, influencing readers with his unique comedic style.
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4 months ago

The Day-to-day Difficulties of Life as a Migrant in New York City

New York City continues to attract migrants drawn by opportunities, yet they often face harsh living conditions.
Overcrowded and inadequate housing is prevalent among migrants in New York's rental market.
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4 months ago

The Battling Memoirs of The New Yorker

The New Yorker was founded in 1925 with the intent to reflect metropolitan life and become a staple in American culture.
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4 months ago

Michael Schulman on Lillian Ross's "The Shit-Kickers of Madison Avenue"

Lillian Ross captured teen culture and dynamics in her influential piece "The Shit-Kickers of Madison Avenue" for The New Yorker.
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4 months ago

Yiyun Li Reads William Trevor

Yiyun Li discusses the depth and intricacies found in William Trevor's short story "The Piano Tuner's Wives," revealing its emotional resonance and layered themes, inviting readers to explore shared human experiences.
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