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Another Life: A Memoir of Other People

Michael Korda
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Another Life: A Memoir of Other People

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2000

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Michael Korda

Another Life: A Memoir of Other People

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2000
Book Details
Pages

544

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Genre
American Literature

Biography

Education
Setting

New York City • 1960s

Theme
Language
Topic
Education
Publication Year

2000

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Another Life: A Memoir of Other People, Michael Korda shares his experiences in the publishing world, highlighting interactions with prominent authors and literary figures. The memoir offers insights into Korda's personal and professional life, focusing on his relationships and encounters, providing readers with a glimpse into the intricacies of the publishing industry.

Contemplative

Informative

Nostalgic

Emotional

Bittersweet

Reviews & Readership

4.1

397 ratings

72%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Michael Korda's Another Life: A Memoir of Other People offers a nostalgic and engaging glimpse into the world of publishing and celebrity. While praised for its vivid storytelling and insider anecdotes, some readers might find its pace uneven and its focus occasionally meandering. Overall, the memoir captivates with wit and charm.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Another Life: A Memoir of Other People?

Readers who enjoy Another Life: A Memoir of Other People by Michael Korda likely appreciate insider tales of publishing, celebrity anecdotes, and elegant prose. Fans of The Library Book by Susan Orlean and Lives of the Novelists by John Sutherland would find this memoir engaging.

4.1

397 ratings

72%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

544

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Genre
American Literature

Biography

Education
Setting

New York City • 1960s

Theme
Language
Topic
Education
Publication Year

2000

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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