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Reporting World War II, Part 1: American Journalism, 19381944 (Library of America),Used
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This Library of America volume is the first of a unique twovolume anthology. Drawn from original newspaper and magazine reports, radio transcripts, and wartime books, Reporting World War II captures the intensity of the wars unfolding drama as recorded by the best of a remarkable generation of journalists, whose talents, sense of purpose, and physical courage remain unsurpassed in the annals of war reporting. Here in one collection, over eighty writers, famous and forgotten alike, confront the crucial events of those years in writing of exceptional skill and emotional force.The first volume traces the buildup to war and the first years of fighting: the Munich crisis, Kristallnacht, the fall of Poland and France, Pearl Harbor and Bataan, Guadalcanal and Salerno. William L. Shirer, Sigrid Schulz, and Howard K. Smith observe Nazi Germany from the inside; Edward R. Murrow and Ernie Pyle report from London during the Blitz; A.J. Liebling chronicles the Tunisian campaign; Margaret BourkeWhite casts her eye on the Russian and Italian fronts. In a time when public perceptions were shaped mainly by the written word, correspondents like these were often as influential as politicians and as celebrated as movie stars.Writers who covered the home front are included as well: E.B. White at a bond rally in Maine, Brendan Gill on gas rationing, James Agees caustic reviews of Hollywood war movies. And so are the famous literary figures who covered the war: Gertrude Stein in occupied France, John Steinbeck on a troopship bound for Italy. Here too are writers on aspects of the war still often neglected: George S. Schuyler and other AfricanAmerican journalists attacking racism and segregation in the armed forces; Mary Heaton Vorse on the women working in the defense industries; a firsthand account of the internment of JapaneseAmericans.This volume contains a detailed chronology of the war, historical maps, biographical profiles of the journalists, explanatory notes, a glossary of military terms, and an index. Also included are thirtytwo pages of photographs of the correspondents, many from private collections and never seen before. A companion volume covers 19441946.LIBRARY OF AMERICA is an independent nonprofit cultural organization founded in 1979 to preserve our nations literary heritage by publishing, and keeping permanently in print, Americas best and most significant writing. The Library of America series includes more than 300 volumes to date, authoritative editions that average 1,000 pages in length, feature cloth covers, sewn bindings, and ribbon markers, and are printed on premium acidfree paper that will last for centuries.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Reporting World War II, Part 1'? A: The book focuses on American journalism during World War II from 1938 to 1944, presenting a compilation of newspaper and magazine reports, radio transcripts, and wartime writings that capture the war's unfolding events.
- Q: Who are some notable journalists featured in this volume? A: Notable journalists include William L. Shirer, Edward R. Murrow, Ernie Pyle, and Margaret Bourke-White, among others, who reported on significant events of the war.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 912 pages, providing extensive coverage of the journalistic perspectives during World War II.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This volume is bound in hardcover, ensuring durability and longevity for readers.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic research? A: Yes, the book includes a detailed chronology of events, biographical profiles of journalists, and explanatory notes, making it suitable for academic research related to journalism and history.
- Q: Are there any photographs included in the book? A: Yes, the book includes thirty-two pages of photographs of the correspondents, many of which are from private collections and have not been published before.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Reporting World War II, Part 1'? A: The book was published on September 1, 1995.
- Q: Does this book cover the home front during the war? A: Yes, the book also includes writings from journalists covering the home front, addressing issues such as gas rationing and war-related Hollywood movies.
- Q: Is this book part of a series? A: Yes, it is part of the Library of America series, which aims to preserve America's literary heritage.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'New', indicating it is in pristine condition and has not been previously owned.