Working (Caro book)

Working refers to a specific period in Robert Caro's extensive research and writing process for his multi-volume biography, The Years of Lyndon Johnson. It encompasses the time Caro spends intensely focused on writing the actual prose of the book after he has completed his extensive research, including archival work and interviews.

Within this phase, "working" signifies a deliberate and meticulous approach to crafting sentences and paragraphs. Caro is known for his painstaking attention to detail, rewriting passages multiple times to ensure clarity, accuracy, and literary quality. This phase is characterized by long hours, deep concentration, and a commitment to conveying the complexities of Lyndon Johnson's life and the historical context in which he operated. It is considered a distinct period following the research and precedes the final editing and publication stages. The "Working" phase is often described as the most demanding and solitary part of Caro's writing process.