Noel Parmentel Jr., Essayist, Polemicist and Apostate, Dies at 98

Published On Sep 4, 2024, 11:57 AM

Noel E. Parmentel Jr., a notable literary figure and political provocateur, passed away at the age of 98. He was known for his libertarian views and his impactful conversations in New York's social circles. Parmentel mentored prominent writers like Joan Didion, and famously critiqued Richard Nixon by questioning his trustworthiness as a leader. His career spanned across various domains including essay writing and film reviewing.