Only Skin Deep

Set against the backdrop of 1968, the narrative follows Maurice Girodias as he moves his iconic Olympia Press to New York due to political pressures in France. This relocation marks the launch of the Ophelia imprint, featuring notable works such as J.P. Donleavy's The Ginger Man and Terry Southern's Candy. The story also highlights George Kimball's Only Skin Deep, a witty satire on the pornographic genre, showcasing the vibrant literary scene and cultural shifts of the time.