When the Going Was Good

Graydon CarterPenguin Group • ISBN-13 978‑0593655900

When the Going Was Good coverWhen the Going Was Good cover

When the Going Was Good

Graydon CarterPenguin Group

ISBN-10: 0593655907 · ISBN-13: 978‑0593655900 · 2025 · 1st Edition

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When the Going Was Good by Graydon Carter is a reflective memoir that captures the essence of a bygone era in journalism and publishing. Carter, a former editor of Vanity Fair, shares anecdotes and insights from his illustrious career, offering a nostalgic look at the golden age of magazine publishing.

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Publisher: Penguin Group
Hardcover1st Edition2025
Pages: 320Language: EnglishPaper finish: Matte

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Author: Graydon Carter

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