The World Through a Monocle
Author Mary Corey talked about her book The World Through a Monocle: The New Yorker at Midcentury, published by Harvard University Press. Sh… read more
Author Mary Corey talked about her book The World Through a Monocle: The New Yorker at Midcentury, published by Harvard University Press. She examined the cultural and social history of the 1940s and 1950s as it was reflected in the magazine. After her prepared remarks, she answered questions from the audience. close
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