Book titled 'London Was Yesterday, 1934-1939' by Janet Flanner, edited by Irving Drutman

Published in 1975 by Viking Press, this book is a collection of Janet Flanner's London correspondence from 1934 to 1939, originally written for The New Yorker magazine. Flanner, who wrote under the pen name 'Genêt,' was one of the most celebrated American journalists of the 20th century, known for her insightful cultural and political commentary from Europe. The book captures a pivotal period in London's history, documenting the city's social and political atmosphere in the years leading up to World War II. This volume appeals to collectors of 20th-century journalism, World War II history enthusiasts, and those interested in literary non-fiction. First editions, particularly signed copies, are highly sought after by bibliophiles and collectors of New Yorker-related materials. The book's historical significance lies in its firsthand account of pre-war London society and politics, making it valuable both as a historical document and as a collectible piece of literary journalism.