Joseph Lelyveld
Journalist and executive editor, The New York Times
Born
1937
88 years ago
Died
January 5th, 2024
1 years ago — 87 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United States
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An American journalist served as executive editor of The New York Times. Lelyveld began his career in journalism at The New York Times, contributing as a reporter and editor for several decades. He focused on foreign affairs and held positions as the chief of the newspaper's bureau in several international locations. Under his leadership, the newspaper won numerous awards, including Pulitzer Prizes. After retiring from daily journalism, he authored books that examined important historical and social issues, further contributing to public discourse through his writing.
Served as executive editor of The New York Times
Wrote 'The Invention of Nature'
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