Horace Greeley, Founder And Editor Of The New York Tribune

By William Alexander Linn

Book Overview

Horace Greeley, Founder and Editor of The New York Tribune is a biography written by William Alexander Linn. The book is a detailed account of the life and career of Horace Greeley, an American newspaper editor and publisher who founded the New York Tribune in 1841. Greeley was a prominent figure in the journalism industry during the mid-19th century and played a significant role in shaping American politics and culture.Linn's biography covers Greeley's early life, his career as a journalist, and his political activism. The book explores Greeley's involvement in the abolitionist movement and his support for the Republican Party during the Civil War. Linn also delves into Greeley's personal life, including his marriage, family, and friendships with other notable figures of the time.Throughout the book, Linn provides a comprehensive overview of Greeley's impact on American journalism and politics. He describes Greeley's innovative approach to newspaper publishing, which included the use of telegraph and the creation of a national news network. Linn also examines Greeley's role in shaping public opinion on issues such as slavery, immigration, and women's suffrage.Horace Greeley, Founder and Editor of The New York Tribune is a well-researched and informative biography that provides readers with a detailed look at one of the most influential figures in American journalism. Linn's writing is engaging and accessible, making this book an excellent choice for anyone interested in the history of journalism, politics, or American culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432656015
• ISBN13: 9781432656010
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 280 Pages
• Weight: 0.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"