Wow! eBook
Voices of Revolution: The Dissident Press in America
Author(s): Rodger Streitmatter (Author)
- Publisher: COLUMBIA UNIV PR
- Publication Date: 1 Aug. 2001
- Edition: Illustrated
- Language: English
- Print length: 350 pages
- ISBN-10: 0231122497
- ISBN-13: 9780231122498
Book Description
Distinguishes various secondary mass media publications as performing on the same level as their well-known counterparts, and comments on their ability to effectively fight for change in the United States.
Editorial Reviews
Review
fascinating and colorful tales of indvidual struggle, social upheavel and journlistic grit...should be applauded for its rigorous contributions--Tonya Couch "Journalism: Theory, Practice & Criticism"
[A] fascinating book.-- "Booklist"
Offers some details likely to please any media buff.-- "San Francisco Bay Guardian"
Recommended for all public and academic libraries.--Stephen L. Hupp, West Virginia University Library "Library Journal"
Recommended.-- "Choice"
About the Author
Rodger Streitmatter is professor of journalism at American University. His books include Raising Her Voice: African-American Women Journalists, Unspeakable: The Rise of the Gay and Lesbian Press in America, and Mightier than the Sword: How the News Media Have Shaped American History.
