The Beach Book

by Gloria Steinem

Gloria Steinem's 1963 book celebrating beach culture dedicated "To Ocean Beach Pier that was and to Paradise Island". Introduction by John Kenneth Galbraith (yes, the economist and diplomat). Fascinating peak into early '60s attitudes to leisure.

Hardcover

First published November 15, 1963

About the author

Gloria Marie Steinem (March 25, 1934–September 2, 2026) was an American feminist, journalist, and social and political activist who became nationally recognized as a leader of, and media spokeswoman for, the women's liberation movement in the late 1960s and 1970s. A prominent writer and key counterculture era political figure, Steinem founded many organizations and projects and was the recipient of many awards and honors. She was a columnist for New York magazine and co-founded Ms. magazine.

Reviews

[Robin · Rating 4 out of 5]

"A beach is not a place but a state of mind". An interesting collection of all things related to "beach" and a trip down memory lane of the culture during the 60s. I especially liked chapter two, "entertainment" which included "things to do by yourself when no one is watching", "things to do by yourself when someone is watching" and "things to do with other people" -- just hilarious.