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In the Editor’s Laboratory — Lydia Chukovskaya
A masterclass in the craft of editing, In the Editor’s Laboratory was written in the late 1950s and first published in the early 1960s. Lydia Chukovskaya draws on her own extensive editorial experience — and that of her colleagues — in the Leningrad Children’s Publishing House (Detgiz), which until 1937 was led by Samuil Marshak. The book sparked significant discussion in literary circles before being forcibly withdrawn from circulation, as Chukovskaya herself was later silenced and her name banned for many years.
Specialists still consider this work unsurpassed in its field. In an era when publishing has expanded dramatically, it remains essential reading for anyone involved in editorial work. But its title should not limit its audience: this is a book about the art of the literary word, about how to read, perceive, and refine language. It fills gaps in literary and artistic education, offering timeless lessons on clarity, structure, and the deep craft behind the printed page.
Whether you are an editor, a writer, or simply a lover of precise expression, Chukovskaya’s insights will sharpen your understanding of how great prose is shaped.
