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Covering America: A Narrative History Of A Nation'S Journalism
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Today Many Believe That American Journalism Is In Crisis, With Traditional Sources Of News Under Siege From A Failing Business Model, A Resurgence Of Partisanship, And A Growing Expectation That All Information Ought To Be Free. In Covering America, Christopher B. Daly Places The Current Crisis Within A Much Broader Historical Context, Showing How It Is Only The Latest In A Series Of Transitions That Have Required Journalists To Devise New Ways Of Plying Their Trade.Drawing On Original Research And Synthesizing The Latest Scholarship, Daly Traces The Evolution Of Journalism In America From The Early 1700S To The Digital Revolution Of Today. Analyzing The News Business As A Business, He Identifies Five Major Periods Of Journalism History, Each Marked By A Different Response To The Recurrent Conflicts That Arise When A Vital Cultural Institution Is Housed In A Major Private Industry.Throughout His Narrative History Daly Captures The Ethos Of Journalism With Engaging Anecdotes, Biographical Portraits Of Key Figures, And Illuminating Accounts Of The Coverage Of Major News Events As Well As The Mundane Realities Of Daytoday Reporting.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Covering America: A Narrative History of a Nation's Journalism'? A: The book focuses on the evolution of journalism in America, examining its history from the early 1700s to the present digital age, and addressing the current crisis in journalism within a broader historical context.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Covering America' is Christopher B. Daly.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: How many pages does 'Covering America' have? A: The book has a total of 576 pages.
- Q: When was 'Covering America' published? A: The book was published on March 2, 2012.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone interested in journalism history? A: Yes, this book is suitable for anyone interested in journalism history as it provides a comprehensive narrative on the subject.
- Q: What themes does Christopher B. Daly explore in the book? A: Daly explores themes such as the business model of journalism, the impact of partisanship, and the conflicts arising from journalism as a cultural institution within a private industry.
- Q: Does the book include biographies of important figures in journalism? A: Yes, the book includes biographical portraits of key figures in journalism, along with anecdotes and accounts of major news events.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The available edition of the book is the one published on April 15, 2012.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is brand new.