Meyer Berger’s New York
Meyer Berger’s New York by Meyer Berger, published by Fordham University Press in 2004, is a 322-page collection that showcases the work of one of the most notable journalists of the 20th century. This edition compiles Berger’s insightful writings from his time as a reporter and columnist for The New York Times, where he gained recognition for his “About New York” column. The book presents a vivid portrayal of New York City in the 1950s, capturing the essence of its people and the vibrancy of urban life through Berger’s detailed narratives.
Readers will find a rich assortment of journalism that reflects the diverse experiences and stories of ordinary New Yorkers. The collection highlights Berger’s ability to weave together the sights and sounds of the city, offering a glimpse into its unique character during a transformative era. With themes related to journalism and the performing arts, Meyer Berger’s New York serves as both a reference and a tribute to the art of storytelling, making it a significant contribution to the field of language arts and disciplines.
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Meyer (“Mike”) Berger was one of the greatest journalists of this century. A reporter and columnist for The New York Times for thirty years, he won a Pulitzer Prize in 1950 for his account of the murder of thirteen people by a deranged war veteran in Camden, New Jersey.
Berger is best known for his “About New York” column, which appeared regularly
in the Times from 1939 to 1940 and from 1953 until his death in 1959. Through
lovingly detailed snapshots of ordinary New Yorkers and far corners of the city, Berger’s writing deeply influenced the next generation of writers, including Gay Talese and Tom Wolfe.
Originally published in 1960 and long out of print, Meyer Berger’s New York is a rich collection of extraordinary journalism, selected by Berger himself, which captures the buzz, bravado, and heartbreak of New York in the fifties in the words of the best-loved reporter of his time.
“Mike Berger was one of the great reporters of our day . . . he was a master of the color story, the descriptive narrative of sights and sounds-of a parade, an eclipse, a homicidal maniac running amok . . . or just a thunderstorm that broke a summer heat wave . . . .”-The New York Times, obituary, February 6, 1959
“Dip into Meyer Berger’s New York, at any point, and you will find things you never knew or dreamed of knowing. . . . It has a heart, a soul, and a beauty all its own.”
-Phillip Hamburger, The New York Times Book Review
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