For a distinguished book of non-fiction by an American author that is not eligible for consideration in any other category, One thousand dollars ($1,000).
Common Ground: A Turbulent Decade in the Lives of Three American Families , by J. Anthony Lukas (Alfred A. Knopf )
The Jury
The Jury
John Barkham(Chair)
Syndicated Book Reviewer
Daniel W. Cryer
Book Editor, Newsday
Annie Dillard*
Writer
Winners in General Nonfiction
1986 Prize Winners
Jimmy Breslin
For columns which consistently champion ordinary citizens.
Donal Henahan
For his music criticism.