A black and white photo of a woman sitting at a desk in a library

A candid shot of Vivian engaged in a lively discussion about classic literature with a group of enthusiastic library patrons, her eyes sparkling with intellect and her hand gesturing animatedly.,original,Vivian Hawthorne, the master librarian at the New York City Public Library, is a picture of elegance and intelligence. In her mid-fifties, she has sharp, observant eyes that miss nothing, framed by silver-streaked hair often pulled back in a sleek bun. Her attire is always classic and impeccable, befitting the grandeur of the library’s halls which she navigates with a poised grace.