The Life Of Horace Greeley Editor Of The New York Tribune

By James Parton

Book Overview

""The Life of Horace Greeley: Editor of the New York Tribune"" is a biography written by James Parton that explores the life and career of Horace Greeley, one of the most influential journalists and newspaper editors of the 19th century. The book traces Greeley's upbringing in rural New Hampshire, his early career as a printer's apprentice, and his eventual rise to become the editor of the New York Tribune, one of the most widely-read newspapers of the era.Parton delves into Greeley's politics, including his ardent support for abolitionism and his advocacy for westward expansion and the settlement of the American West. He also examines Greeley's personal life, including his tumultuous marriage and his relationships with other prominent figures of the time, such as Abraham Lincoln and William Lloyd Garrison.Throughout the book, Parton provides a vivid portrait of Greeley as a complex and multifaceted figure, whose legacy as a journalist and political commentator continues to resonate today. With its richly detailed narrative and insightful analysis, ""The Life of Horace Greeley"" offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of America's most influential and controversial figures.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: 116279092X
• ISBN13: 9781162790923
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 454 Pages
• Weight: 1.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"