Gay Talese is an American author and journalist who has written numerous books, articles, and essays. He is best known for his 1966 book, 'Honor Thy Father, ' which was a true crime narrative about the Bonanno crime family. He is also known for his 1981 book, 'Thy Neighbor's Wife, ' which explored the sexual revolution of the 1960s. Talese has been awarded numerous awards for his work, including the National Book Critics Circle Award and the American Society of Journalists and Authors Lifetime Achievement Award.