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).
Beautiful Swimmers , by William W. Warner (Atlantic Little Brown )
The Jury
The Jury
John Barkham(Chair)
Critic
Nona Balakian
Critic, New York Times Book Review
Jonathan Yardley*
Book Editor, Miami Herald
Winners in General Nonfiction
1977 Prize Winners
George F. Will
For distinguished commentary on a variety of topics.
William McPherson
For his contribution to "Book World."