""A History of the St. Louis Globe Democrat"" by Jim Allee Hart is a comprehensive account of one of the most influential newspapers in the United States. The book traces the history of the Globe Democrat from its founding in 1852 to its closure in 1986. The Globe Democrat was a major player in the St. Louis media market, and its coverage of local, national, and international news shaped public opinion for over a century.The book covers the Globe Democrat's early years, when it was a small, regional newspaper, to its heyday in the early 20th century, when it was one of the largest newspapers in the country. The book also explores the Globe Democrat's role in shaping public opinion during major events in American history, including the Civil War, World War I, and the Civil Rights Movement.Hart provides a detailed account of the Globe Democrat's ownership and management, including the personalities that shaped the newspaper's editorial voice. He also examines the Globe Democrat's relationship with other newspapers in St. Louis, as well as its competition with other media outlets, such as radio and television.Overall, ""A History of the St. Louis Globe Democrat"" is a fascinating look at the history of one of America's most important newspapers. Hart's thorough research and engaging writing style make this book a must-read for anyone interested in the history of journalism, St. Louis, or American culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
