Henry R. Luce and the Rise of the American News Media

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ISBN 10: 0801867169 / ISBN 13: 9780801867163

Published by -, 2001

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Synopsis:

In this concise biography of the twentieth century's most influential magazine publisher, James L. Baughman describes Henry R. Luce's career and assesses his lasting contributions to American journalism. In 1923, Luce founded Time, an innovative magazine that revolutionized the news media. He went on to start such magazines as Fortune, Life, and Sports Illustrated. Baughman challenges the widely held assumption that Luce wielded extraordinary political power through his publications. His real significance in American history, Baughman concludes, lay instead in his impact on the press. Even as new technologies transform journalism once again, Luce's legacy continues to influence how the news is reported and understood. In a new afterword, Baughman chronicles the history of Time Inc. since its mergers with Warner and AOL.

About the Author:

James L. Baughman is a professor of journalism and mass communication at the University of Wisconsin at Madison. His previous books include The Republic of Mass Culture, also available from Johns Hopkins.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Henry R. Luce and the Rise of the American ...
Publisher: -
Publication Date: 2001
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Very Good