Joseph Mitchell

Joseph Mitchell was an American writer known for his works of creative nonfiction published in The New Yorker.

Non-Fiction Writer

July 27, 1908

Leo

May 24, 1996

87

Near Iona, North Carolina

Joseph Mitchell was a distinguished American journalist and writer, celebrated for his creative nonfiction pieces featured in The New Yorker. Among his most notable works are “Up in the Old Hotel” and “Joe Gould’s Secret.” Mitchell’s distinctive reporting style, which seamlessly combined fact and fiction, crafted captivating stories about New York City’s people and places. He was also associated with prominent publications such as “The Bottom of the Harbor” and “McSorley’s Wonderful Saloon.” Throughout his career, Mitchell’s contributions to journalism were widely acknowledged, earning him numerous awards. In his later years, he experienced writer’s block and did not produce any significant work, sparking curiosity about his silence. Nevertheless, Mitchell remains a highly esteemed figure in the realm of literary journalism.