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The article explores the history of the publication of the book "Making It," by Norman Podhoretz. The author reflects on the book's subject of ambition and success in relation to the postwar literary scene in New York City. Emphasis is given to the poor reception of the book by authors such as Lionel Trilling, the refusal of the publisher Roger Strauss to promote the book, and the negative impact of the book on Podhoretz's reputation.