You Can't Print That! the Truth Behind the News 1918 to 1928

By George Seldes

Book Overview

""You Can't Print That The Truth Behind the News 1918 to 1928"" is a book written by journalist and media critic George Seldes. The book focuses on the period between 1918 and 1928, a time when the world was recovering from the First World War and experiencing significant social and political changes. Seldes examines the role of the media during this time, highlighting issues such as censorship, propaganda, and the manipulation of news by powerful interests. He also exposes the biases and prejudices that existed within the media industry, particularly with regards to race and ethnicity.Seldes draws on his own experiences as a journalist during this period, having worked for major newspapers such as the Chicago Tribune and the New York Evening Post. He provides examples of stories that were suppressed or altered by editors, as well as instances where journalists were threatened or intimidated for reporting the truth. The book also includes interviews with other journalists and media figures, providing a broader perspective on the state of the media during this time.Overall, ""You Can't Print That The Truth Behind the News 1918 to 1928"" is a thought-provoking and insightful book that sheds light on the challenges facing the media industry during a time of significant social and political change. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of journalism and the role of the media in shaping public opinion.1929. George Seldes, an American correspondent, deals with the problem of censorship in WWI, postwar Italy, Russia, Africa and Mexico by publishing the vivid, graphic stories found in this book. Contents: The War; Italy; Russia; Arabia; The Truth about Mexico; and The Rest of Europe.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: 1417939095
• ISBN13: 9781417939091
• Release Date: July 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 476 Pages
• Weight: 1.53 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"