Nostalgia

Synopsis

Bob Manov, cartoon editor of The New Yorker, shares his experiences during the moving week at the new World Trade Center. He reflects on the items discovered after 15 years, including a 'Handbook of Humor and Psychotherapy' and his bar mitzvah album from 1957, which brings back fond memories of the ritzy Hotel P. As he reminisces about the delicious food and desserts from his past, he humorously interacts with the empty vending machine, recalling his favorite snacks like peanut M&Ms and stale animal crackers. Manov also discusses a cartoon by Paul that has sparked confusion among readers, explaining the visual illusion of the opposing armies' pennants that can be interpreted as either a rabbit or a duck, highlighting the depth of humor in the artwork.