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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book provides an unparalleled historical account of the evolving role of journalists and newspapers in English society. From their humble beginnings in medieval England, through the tumultuous seventeenth century, and into the dawn of the modern press, the author traces the rise and fall of influential figures who shaped the Fourth Estate. At the heart of this narrative are three pioneering figures: John Birkenhead, Marchmont Nedham, and Roger L'Estrange, each representing a distinct era in the development of English journalism. Birkenhead, a staunch royalist, established the first regular news publication during the English Civil War. Nedham, a political chameleon, deftly navigated the shifting tides of power, aligning himself with both sides of the conflict. L'Estrange, a tireless advocate for press freedom, faced persecution and imprisonment for his beliefs, ultimately becoming the first official censor of the press. The book delves into the intricate relationship between the press and the state, exploring the challenges and controversies that have shaped its evolution. It examines the impact of censorship, the rise of anonymous journalism, and the increasing commercialization of the press in the Victorian era. Through meticulous research and engaging storytelling, the author sheds light on the often-overlooked contributions of these journalistic pioneers, illuminating their profound influence on the development of a free and informed society. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333402167_0
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