The Reporter's Handbook: An Investigator's Guide To Documents And Techniques

Steve Honeyman and John Ullmann

ISBN 10: 0312673949 / ISBN 13: 9780312673949

Published by St. Martin's Press, 1983

About this Item

Filled with numerous, excellent source lists, the book details how to use legitimate state and Federal documents -- as well as other sources -- to report on various public trustees and organizations, including politicians, labor groups, law. DJ. Dust jacket a little faded, light spotting on page edges. 504 pages.

Seller Inventory # 1589812

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Reporter's Handbook: An Investigator's Guide To Documents And Techniques
• Publisher: St. Martin's Press
• Publication Date: 1983
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0312673949
• ISBN 13: 9780312673949
• Binding: Hardback
• Edition: 4th Edition
• Condition: Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: Dust Jacket Included
• Weight: 600 grams
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Synopsis

Written in cooperation with the Investigative Reporters and Editors Inc. (IRE), this trusted guide to using public information in investigative reporting is helpful for editors, reporters and anyone else seeking help in gaining information. Organized by subject, the book identifies and locates more than 500 different sources in both the private and governmental sectors. Each chapter is written by experts in a particular field. Part I covers general following the paper (or computer) trail; using publications; finding a government document; and The Freedom of Information Act. Part II covers backgrounding individuals; using tax records; investigating licensed professionals; investigating politicians; and tracing land holdings. Part III covers institutions and businesses including for-profit and not-for-profit corporations; bankruptcies; the work place; law enforcement; courts; health care; and education. In all areas, the processes for documenting the evidence are described, as well as useful sources. Includes discussions of how to obtain and use information, illustrated with real-life examples. Bibliography.