1851 American Taste 1st edition

Book Details

• Author: Marjorie Longley

• Publisher: Simon and Schuster

• Language: English

• Published Year: 1959

• Pages: 332

• Cover: Paperback

• Dimensions: 35 x 26 cm

• Condition: Used – Good (Without dust jacket)

About the Book

1851 America’s Taste is a rich historical chronicle documenting cultural, intellectual, and artistic developments in the United States from 1851 to 1959, as reflected through reports in The New York Times. Edited by Marjorie Longley, along with Louis Silverstein and Samuel A. Tower, this substantial volume captures over a century of American cultural evolution.

Across 332 pages, the book presents curated excerpts and accounts that highlight major milestones in literature, fine arts, public thought, and shifting social values. It offers readers a unique window into how contemporary journalism recorded and interpreted the changing intellectual landscape of the nation. The large-format presentation (35 x 26 cm) enhances its archival and reference value, making it particularly suitable for research and library collections.

Published by Simon and Schuster in 1959, this edition stands as a valuable resource for historians, scholars of media history, and researchers interested in American cultural studies. Though issued without its dust jacket, the book remains in good condition and continues to serve as an important documentary reference of American cultural heritage.