Edward Sorel
6 books
About the Author
Edward Sorel is a renowned American illustrator, cartoonist, and author whose multifaceted career spans over seven decades, blending sharp wit with incisive social commentary. Born in 1929 in New York City, Sorel honed his craft at the Parsons School of Design before rising to prominence in the 1950s with his distinctive line drawings for publications like The New Yorker, Esquire, and The Atlantic. His work often satirizes politics, culture, and history, earning him accolades including the National Cartoonists Society's Reuben Award. In his literary endeavors, Sorel explores intriguing historical episodes with a keen eye for the absurd and the human condition, as seen in his acclaimed book Mary Astor's Purple Diary: The Great American Sex Scandal of 1936, which vividly recounts the scandalous Hollywood trial that captivated the nation. Beyond illustration, Sorel's writings and visual narratives continue to influence generations of artists and writers, cementing his legacy as a master of satirical storytelling.
Writing style
witty
satirical
illustrative
Books by Edward Sorel
