Description
The New Yorker Full Magazine – April 19, 1969 – Donald Reilly Cover (Good Condition)
This April 19, 1969 issue of The New Yorker features a lively and humorous cover illustration by Donald Reilly, one of the magazine’s most distinctive artists. Published during the height of the space race, this issue reflects The New Yorker’s signature mix of literary depth, cultural commentary, and wit, with standout features on lunar landings, theatre, art, and fashion.
Condition
This item is in good condition with light edge wear typical of its age. Please review the photos for complete details. The exact magazine pictured is the one you will receive. All of our magazines include a plastic protective covering, and combined shipping is available upon request.
Table of Contents
THE TALK OF THE TOWN 31
"TIME AND EFFORT" — Gilbert Rogin 36
"THE LAST TO GO" — Penelope Gilliatt 38
"THE ACTOR" (Poem) — Thomas Snapp 40
"THE OLD ROOM" (Poem) — W. S. Merwin 44
A REPORTER AT LARGE (LUNAR LANDINGS—II) — Henry S. F. Cooper, Jr. 47
THE THEATRE — Brendan Gill 98
THE RACE TRACK — Audax Minor 100
"VISUAL WELFARE STATE" — H. F. Ellis 103
ON AND OFF THE AVENUE (FEMININE FASHIONS) — Lois Long 109
OUR FAR-FLUNG CORRESPONDENTS (PABLO CASALS) — Bernard Taper 123
THE ART WORLD — Harold Rosenberg 136
"O'RILEY'S LATE-BLOOMED LITTLE SON" (Poem) — X. J. Kennedy 142
Genêt 144
LETTER FROM PARIS — Penelope Gilliatt 149
THE CURRENT CINEMA — Penelope Gilliatt 149
LETTER FROM WASHINGTON — Richard H. Rovere 155
MUSICAL EVENTS — Winthrop Sargeant 164
BOOKS — Robert Coles 169
BRIEFLY NOTED 177
Cover Artist: Donald Reilly
Contributing Artists: Alan Dunn, Joseph Farris, James Stevenson, Al Ross, F. B. Modell, Henry Martin, Stan Hunt, William Steig, Edward Frascino, Warren Miller, Eldon Dedini, Dana Fradon, Joseph Mirachi
A classic collectible issue from the late 1960s, offering The New Yorker’s hallmark combination of refined humor, intellectual commentary, and exceptional artwork—an excellent addition to any vintage magazine collection.