“By the mid 1970s, the great downtown bookstores had begun to disappear as their customers migrated from city to suburb where population density was too thin to support major backlist retailers.”
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Jason Epstein
Jason Epstein, born on January 26, 1928, is an outstanding editor with a profound impact on the publishing industry. He is particularly known for his role in promoting modern book clubs and academic publishing. Epstein served as the editor of 'The New York Review of Books' and advanced the academic and international reputation of the magazine during his tenure. Additionally, he founded modern book clubs, providing readers with more choices and convenience. His achievements include the creation of 'Everyman's Library' and 'Anchor Books', which have had a significant impact on both academic and mass publishing. He also edited works for many famous authors, such as J.D. Salinger and V.S. Naipaul. more
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