Joseph Lelyveld

Journalist and executive editor, The New York Times

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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