Book review: Bennett Cerf biography, “Nothing Random,” by Gayle Feldman
The Washington Post••entertainment
Key Points:
- Bennett Cerf, co-founder of Random House, played a pivotal role in publishing some of the most influential authors of the 20th century, including Ayn Rand and Dr. Seuss.
- Beyond his business acumen, Cerf was known for his charismatic personality, blending traits of a Gatsby-like figure, a savvy salesman, and an enthusiastic admirer of prominent cultural icons.
- The biography "Nothing Random" explores Cerf's life and the cultural environment that shaped his career and relationships with literary and entertainment figures such as Gertrude Stein, Truman Capote, and Frank Sinatra.
