Discover the captivating novel "The View From the Fortieth Floor" by Theodore H. White, a celebrated author known for his works such as "The Mountain Road" and "Fire in the Ashes." This 1960 Book Club Edition, published by William Sloane Associates in New York, offers readers a vivid and contemporary exploration of the romantic and hidden world behind great magazines. The story centers around John Ridgely Warren, an ailing stranger who arrives in New York to save two prominent magazines, Trumpet and Gentlewoman, navigating themes of fraud, embezzlement, and personal redemption.
This edition features a dust jacket designed by Bob Ritter, adding a classic touch to this literary work. The book's red-stained edges and original 1960 copyright reflect its mid-century publication and appeal to collectors and enthusiasts of historical American fiction. Dive into a richly detailed narrative that combines excitement, intrigue, and the complexities of the publishing world as seen from a unique vantage point on the fortieth floor.
