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The Culture Broker: Franklin D. Murphy and the Transformation of Los Angeles,Used
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Franklin Murphy? It's not a name that is widely known; even during his lifetime the public knew little of him. But for nearly thirty years, Murphy was the dominant figure in the cultural development of Los Angeles. Behind the scenes, Murphy used his role as confidant, family friend, and advisor to the founders and scions of some of America's greatest fortunesAhmanson, Rockefeller, Ford, Mellon, and Annenbergto direct the largesse of the wealthy into cultural institutions of his choosing. In this first full biography of Franklin D. Murphy (1916994), Margaret Leslie Davis delivers the compelling story of how Murphy, as chancellor of UCLA and later as chief executive of the Times Mirror media empire, was able to influence academia, the media, and cultural foundations to reshape a fundamentally provincial city. The Culture Broker brings to light the influence of L.A.'s powerful families and chronicles the mixed motives behind large public endeavors. Channeling more than one billion dollars into the city's arts and educational infrastructure, Franklin Murphy elevated Los Angeles to a vibrant worldclass city positioned for its role in the new era of global trade and crosscultural arts.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Culture Broker' about? A: 'The Culture Broker: Franklin D. Murphy and the Transformation of Los Angeles' is a biography that explores the life of Franklin D. Murphy, who played a critical role in shaping the cultural landscape of Los Angeles for nearly thirty years.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The book is authored by Margaret Leslie Davis, who provides an in-depth look at Franklin D. Murphy's influence on the arts and educational infrastructure in Los Angeles.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'The Culture Broker'? A: 'The Culture Broker' was published on August 20, 2007.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 495 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: 'The Culture Broker' is available in brand new condition.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: This edition of 'The Culture Broker' is bound in hardcover.
- Q: Is this book a first edition? A: Yes, 'The Culture Broker' is a first edition.
- Q: What are the main themes covered in the book? A: The book discusses themes of cultural development, philanthropy in the arts, and the influence of powerful families in shaping Los Angeles.
- Q: Who were some of the notable figures mentioned in the book? A: The book mentions influential figures such as Ahmanson, Rockefeller, Ford, Mellon, and Annenberg, highlighting their connections to Franklin D. Murphy.
- Q: What impact did Franklin D. Murphy have on Los Angeles? A: Franklin D. Murphy significantly impacted Los Angeles by channeling over one billion dollars into the city's arts and educational infrastructure, helping to transform it into a world-class city.