Swans Along Fifth Avenue
A new book feeds our continuing fascination with Truman Capote—and the society beauties he loved and hated
Country Comfort
Country songs for aficionados and newcomers alike, from Gary Stewart, Kacey Musgraves, Eric Church, Glen Campbell, and more
We’ll Always Have Paris
Photographs highlight the city’s boutiques, studios, and ateliers that have withstood the test of time
A Walk on the Wild Side
Eight questions with Susan Orlean, the writer portrayed by Meryl Streep in Adaptation, whose new book explores our interactions with animals
Opera Pick of the Week
From San Francisco Opera, a bold new reading of Beethoven’s soul-stirring political thriller Fidelio
Bourdain Confidential
The longtime Parts Unknown producer remembers his off-screen moments with Anthony Bourdain
Follow Your Nose
The hunt for the world’s most expensive ingredient has led to surprising new places—but Big Truffle doesn’t want the word to get out
David Sedaris’s Diary
America’s comedian in England reveals more than 10 years’ worth of his inner thoughts
Dancing Skeletons and Lecherous Skunks
The golden age of animation in 10 inventive—and politically incorrect—cartoons
Toheeb Jimoh
The Ted Lasso star’s mom wanted him to be the next U.K. prime minister. He’s shooting for the next James Bond
The Real Slim Aarons
Kevin McClory, Mick Jagger, C. Z. Guest, and others feature in a collection of the photographer’s glamorous shots
The Remains of the Day
A former Country Life editor explores the complicated history and enduring grandeur of Britain’s stately homes
The Golden Tooch
Apart from being a beloved actor, Stanley Tucci has seen his lockdown-cocktail videos go viral, his Italian-food show snag an Emmy over Oprah’s Harry and Meghan interview, and his recent memoir draw rave reviews
Autumn Almanac
A selection of music—some mellow, some spirited—for fall, from Elvis Presley, Sharon Van Etten and Angel Olsen, Darondo, Big Thief, and more
Once a Comic-Book Fan, Always a Comic-Book Fan
From Roy Thomas, who later succeeded Stan Lee, to George R. Martin, before he added the second R to his name, the fans stayed around
