born 1935
Lewis H. Lapham is an American writer, editor, and critic, best known for his role as the editor of Harper's Magazine from 1976 to 1981 and again from 1983 to 2006. He is recognized for his incisive commentary on American culture and politics, as well as for his essays and books that blend memoir and social critique. Lapham has also contributed to various publications and is the founder of Lapham's Quarterly, a magazine that explores historical perspectives on contemporary issues.