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The New Yorker Full Magazine – December 4, 1971 (Saul Steinberg Cover, Good Condition)
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This original December 4, 1971 issue of The New Yorker features a cover illustration by Saul Steinberg, the legendary Romanian-American artist celebrated for his witty and philosophical drawings that blurred the line between art and cartoon. His distinctive style perfectly embodies The New Yorker’s tradition of combining intelligence, humor, and visual creativity.
Table of Contents:
THE TALK OF THE TOWN – p. 45
“Flying to America” – Donald Barthelme – p. 50
“Night Friends” (Poem) – S. J. Marks – p. 52
“Mountains Polecats Pheasants” (Poem) – Leslie Norris – p. 56
“The Gorgeous West” – Sylvia Townsend Warner – p. 59
Profiles (Francis T. P. Plimpton) – Geoffrey T. Hellman – p. 61
The Theatre (Off Broadway) – Edith Oliver – p. 131
Musical Events – Winthrop Sargeant – p. 132
U.S. Journal: Watts – Calvin Trillin – p. 136
On and Off the Avenue (Christmas Gifts) – p. 145
The Race Track – Audax Minor – p. 167
The Current Cinema – Pauline Kael – p. 168
Football – J. W. L. – p. 174
Books – Jean Stafford – p. 177
Cover: Saul Steinberg
Drawings by: J. B. Handelsman, Barney Tobey, Lee Lorenz, Warren Miller, Charles Addams, Dana Fradon, Ed Fisher, William Steig, James Stevenson, Ton Smits, George Price, Mischa Richter, Charles Barsotti, Stan Hunt, Robert Weber, Frank Modell
A standout collectible for The New Yorker enthusiasts and fans of Saul Steinberg’s iconic art, this issue captures the magazine’s perfect balance of literature, humor, and cultural commentary—making it a fine addition to any mid-century magazine collection.