John Wilcock
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John Wilcock (4 August 1927 – 13 September 2018) was a British journalist known for his work in the underground press, as well as his travel guide books.
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John Wilcock | |
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Born | (1927-08-04)4 August 1927 Sheffield, England |
Died | 13 September 2018(2018-09-13) (aged 91) Ojai, California, U.S. |
Occupation | Journalist |
Notable credit(s) | Village Voice East Village Other Underground Press Syndicate Interview |
Spouse |
Amber La Mann
(m. 1967; div. 1972) |
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The first news editor of the New York Village Voice, Wilcock shook up staid publishing in the USA. His influence extended to several continents, including Australia and the United Kingdom, where—in his mild-mannered way—he pushed the boundaries of image and speech. An unsung hero of the sixties,[1] Wilcock also served three years as a travel editor at The New York Times.