Lewis Lapham
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Lewis Lapham is an American editor best known for his long tenure as editor of Harper's Magazine. He served in this role for nearly three decades, significantly shaping the publication's content and direction.1
During his editorship, Lapham introduced changes to the magazine's format, including a "Readings" section featuring diverse reprints. He maintained a focus on original essays and fiction from prominent authors, generally adhering to a liberal political philosophy. A notable feature under his guidance was the "Harper's Index," which presented statistics on various social, political, and scientific issues. Under his leadership, Harper's Magazine maintained a circulation of approximately 210,000 by the early 21st century.1
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