About The New Yorker Magazine

The New Yorker is a leading American weekly magazine renowned for its in-depth reporting, political commentary, cultural criticism, fiction and iconic cartoons. Founded in 1925 and known for launching the literary careers of its many distinguished contributors, including J.D. Salinger, John Updike, Ann Beattie and Truman Capote, it also covers international news, literature, art and satire. 

A Primary Source for Cultural and Historical Research

The New Yorker Magazine Archive is valuable to researchers of 20th-Century culture, history and scholarship related to literature, art, journalism and politics.

Articles and cover pages are fully indexed and advertisements are individually identified, ensuring researchers can quickly and accurately locate the information they seek. 

Subjects Covered

  • Book reviews and literature
  • Business and economics
  • Environment and climate change
  • Fiction and short Stories
  • Foreign affairs
  • Humor and satire
  • New York City culture
  • Politics
  • Popular culture and the arts
  • Social issues and inequality
  • Technology
  • Travel and adventure