For more than 170 years The Yale Literary Magazine, Yale's "Old
Lady in Brown," has featured the finest poetry, fiction, criticism,
and artwork by Yale students. The first undergraduate magazine and the
oldest literary review in the nation, the venerable Lit is at once proud
of its tradition and responsive to its literary and artistic innovation.
A biannual publication of archival quality, the Lit reflects the vibrant
literary and artisitic communities at Yale. Each semester the number of
submissions greatly exceeds what the magazine can accommodate, testifying
to the Lit's health and allowing the magazine to maintain its high editorial
standards. A rigorous process guarantees the publication of the most mature
work.
As a showcase for undergraduate talent in traditional and experimental
modes, The Yale Literary Magazine promises to please and surprise. Particular
attention to design and presentation makes the Lit a striking and engaging
publication. We invite you to explore our website and to join our list
of subscribers who appreciate the Lit's elegant execution of its mission
to publish the finest writing and visual art at Yale.
A brief history by Helen Phillips of some of the more interesting moments in the history
of the Yale Literary Magazine is available for download as a PDF
here.
November 1892
Fall 1931
Summer 1932
Spring 1937 War
Spring 1937
Fall 1968
Winter 1968
Spring 1969
Fall 1995
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Fall 1997
Fall 1998