Literature About New York City
Panelists discussed their different approaches to writing about New York City. Frank McCourt taught English at public high schools in New… read more
Panelists discussed their different approaches to writing about New York City. Frank McCourt taught English at public high schools in New York City for more than 30 years, Jimmy Breslin has written about New York City for local papers for nearly 50 years, and Pete Hamill is a former editor-in-chief of both the New York Post and the New York Daily News. Following their discussion, panelists responded to audience questions. close
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