We asked William some questions about reading, writing, and how libraries impact his life. Cold New World by William Finnegan - Reading Guide: 9780375753824 - : Books From the Pulitzer Prizewinning author of Barbarian Days, this narrative nonfiction classic documents the rising inequality and cultural. Sign up to receive updates about upcoming events, programs, and initiatives so you'll never miss out! Get email updates. Stay informed about Books at Noon and other events at The New York Public Library. This is a standing room series with a very limited number of seats available for patrons who require seating.īuy a copy of the featured book at the Library's Shop right after the event, and get it signed!Ĭlick here for more information about Books at Noon. An audience Q&A and book-signing will follow each half-hour program.

Books at Noon events take place under the center arch in historic Astor Hall, right upon entrance at 5th Ave. Schwarzman Building on Wednesdays for Books at Noon, a series of free midday conversations hosted by Jessica Strand and featuring acclaimed authors. Make the most of your lunch hour and come to The New York Public Library's Stephen A. A staff writer at The New Yorker since 1987, he lives in Manhattan. He has twice been a National Magazine Award finalist and has won numerous journalism awards, including two Overseas Press Club awards since 2009. William Finnegan is the author of Barbarian Days, a New York Times bestseller and New York Times Book Review Notable Book, Cold New World, A Complicated War, Dateline Soweto, and Crossing the Line. William Finnegan comes to Books at Noon to discuss his latest work, Barbarian Days: A Surfing Life.

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