100 New Yorkers of the 1970s

"100 New Yorkers of the 1970s" by Max Millard is a collection of personal interviews, penned in the early 2000s, with an eclectic mix of influential people from the arts, entertainment, and more during New York City's dynamic 1970s. Each interview offers a peek into their lives, spotlighting their experiences, accomplishments, and impact on their fields. The beginning explains how Millard got into journalism, including his time at the "TV Shopper." He spent the late 70s interviewing many well-known people, documenting his meetings with famous artists and entertainers. It shows his development as a writer and the exciting New York City entertainment scene, filled with ambition and a sense of nostalgia for that time. Millard thinks about how honest his subjects were, the city's lively character, and how these interviews helped shape his career and ideas about success in a constantly changing big city.