Overview
""A History of Early American Magazines, 1741-1789"" is a comprehensive study of the development and impact of magazines in the United States during the colonial and revolutionary periods. Written by Lyon N. Richardson, the book explores the emergence of magazines as a popular form of print media in the mid-18th century, and their role in shaping public opinion, disseminating news and information, and promoting cultural and intellectual exchange.The book begins with an overview of the magazine industry in Europe and its influence on American publishers, before delving into the specific magazines that emerged in the colonies, including Benjamin Franklin's ""General Magazine"" and Andrew Bradford's ""American Magazine."" Richardson explores the content and format of these early publications, as well as their circulation and distribution networks.Throughout the book, Richardson also examines the role of magazines in shaping political and cultural debates during the colonial and revolutionary periods. He discusses the ways in which magazines promoted the ideals of the American Revolution, and how they helped to define American identity and culture in the early years of the nation.Drawing on a wealth of primary sources, including original magazine articles, letters, and diaries, ""A History of Early American Magazines, 1741-1789"" provides a fascinating and detailed look at a crucial period in American media history. It is an essential resource for scholars of American history, media studies, and cultural studies, as well as anyone interested in the development of print media and its impact on society.This is a new release of the original 1931 edition.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.
- | Author: Lyon N. Richardson
- | Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
- | Publication Date: Oct 27, 2013
- | Number of Pages: 426 pages
- | Binding: Hardback or Cased Book
- | ISBN-10: 1258829770
- | ISBN-13: 9781258829773
