Als oprichter en hoofdredacteur van het Amerikaanse actualiteitentijdschrift The Nation vormde deze invloedrijke figuur decennialang het publieke debat. Zijn redactionele periode bij The Nation van 1865-1881 en later bij de New York Evening Post van 1883-1900 verstevigden zijn nalatenschap. Zijn werk had een diepgaande invloed op de Amerikaanse journalistiek en het nationale gesprek.
This book is a detailed account of the political revolution that took place in the United States in 1894. The author provides a thorough analysis of the events leading up to the revolution and its aftermath, including the major players and their motivations. The text is engaging and well-written, making it an enjoyable read for anyone interested in American history and politics.
In this collection of essays, Edwin Lawrence Godkin offers a thoughtful analysis of the challenges facing modern democracies. From the role of the media and the potential for corruption, to the economic factors that impact political decision-making, Godkin's writing remains relevant and insightful today. Whether you are a political scientist, a journalist, or simply a concerned citizen, this book offers a valuable perspective on the strengths and weaknesses of modern democracy.
This book is a compilation of editorial writings by Edwin Lawrence Godkin, a prominent American journalist and editor, during the late 19th century. Spanning thirty years of his career, Godkin's essays offer insight and commentary on some of the most important political and social issues of his time.