A delightful collection from the influential New York Times Book Review's 125-year history. This curated book features the best, funniest, strangest, and most memorable coverage, showcasing reviews, anecdotes about famous writers, and letter exchanges.

From the first takes on now-masterpiece novels to reviews by notable figures like Langston Hughes and James Baldwin, the book provides a captivating journey through modern American letters. Enhanced with vintage photographs from the Times's archive, it explores how literary tastes have evolved and the Book Review's significant impact on readers' choices.