Now in paperback, the letters of renowned "New Yorker" editor Katharine White and Southern garden writer Elizabeth Lawrence bring to life the unique friendship between two intelligent women, both avid gardeners. Photos. ?New Yorker? editor Katharine White and Southern garden writer Elizabeth Lawrence began a correspondence in 1958 that lasted until Katharine's death in 1977. These letters, edited here, bring to life the unique friendship between two intelligent women, both avid gardeners and writers. More than 150 letters went back and forth during the course of their correspondence, though Katharine and Elizabeth would meet face-to-face only once. Whether talking about their gardens or books, friends or family, each held a special place in the other's life.
'New Yorker? editor Katharine White and Southern garden writer Elizabeth Lawrence began a correspondence in 1958 that lasted until Katharine's death in 1977. These letters, edited here, bring to life the unique friendship between two intelligent women, both avid gardeners and writers. More than 150 letters went back and forth during the course of their correspondence, though Katharine and Elizabeth would meet face-to-face only once. Whether talking about their gardens or books, friends or family, each held a special place in the other's life.
