Description
The New Yorker Full Magazine – October 4, 1976 – Ronald Searle Cover (VG Condition)
This October 4, 1976 issue of The New Yorker showcases a captivating cover illustration by Ronald Searle, known for his sharp, humorous artistic style. This vintage edition captures The New Yorker’s renowned mix of literary artistry, cultural critique, and refined wit that defined the publication’s golden era.
Condition
This item is in very good condition with minor edge wear appropriate for its age. Please review the detailed photos for a complete view of its condition. The exact magazine pictured is the one you will receive. All of our magazines include a plastic protective covering. Combined shipping is available upon request.
Table of Contents
THE TALK OF THE TOWN 27
"AT LUNCH WITH THE ROCK CRITIC ESTABLISHMENT" — George W. S. Trow 33
"SCENE" (Poem) — Richard Hugo 34
"THE ELEMENT" — W. S. Merwin 36
"HENRY MANLEY, LIVING ALONE, KEEPS TIME" (Poem) — Maxine Kumin 38
A REPORTER AT LARGE (ALASKA—II) — John McPhee 40
THE THEATRE — Brendan Gill 75
MUSICAL EVENTS (POPULAR RECORDS) — Douglas Watt 83
THE SPORTING SCENE (BASEBALL) — Roger Angell 90
"THE TURN" (Poem) — Frederick Morgan 104
DEPARTMENT OF AMPLIFICATION (INDIA) — Ved Mehta 105
U.S. JOURNAL: ADAMSTOWN, PA. — Calvin Trillin 111
LETTER FROM MACAO — Robert Shaplen 117
THE CURRENT CINEMA — Pauline Kael 129
THE RACE TRACK — Audax Minor 134
LETTER FROM WASHINGTON — Richard H. Rovere 137
FOOTBALL — J. W. L. 143
"STONE CANYON NOCTURNE" (Poem) — Charles Wright 144
BOOKS — John Updike 148
BRIEFLY NOTED 156
Cover Artist: Ronald Searle
Contributing Artists: Warren Miller, Stan Hunt, Charles Addams, Robert Weber, James Stevenson, Al Ross, Frank Modell, Charles Barsotti, Mischa Richter, Tom Funk, William Steig, Ed Fisher, Whitney Darrow, Jr., Jack Ziegler, Lee Lorenz, J. B. Handelsman, Mort Gerberg, Arnie Levin, James Mulligan, Donald Reilly
A highly collectible issue for enthusiasts of The New Yorker’s mid-1970s period, combining literary brilliance, visual humor, and the magazine’s trademark cultural sophistication.