Condé Nast

This engaging biography offers a fresh look at Condé Nast, the influential publisher behind Vogue and Vanity Fair, highlighting his remarkable rise from humble beginnings in early 20th-century New York to becoming the highest paid executive in the U.S. Nast established the first international magazine empire, transforming American perceptions of European art and fashion. With the help of prominent editors and a keen eye for talent, he shaped the cultural landscape and launched the careers of numerous icons. Susan Ronald, in collaboration with Nast's family and Condé Nast Publications, presents this captivating account of a transformative figure in media history.