A History of Early American Magazines 1741-1789 (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436687652)

""A History of Early American Magazines 1741-1789"" is a comprehensive study of the development and evolution of magazines in America during the colonial and early national periods. Written by Lyon N. Richardson, a respected scholar of American literature and culture, the book covers a wide range of topics, including the social and cultural context of magazine publishing, the emergence of new genres and styles, and the role of magazines in shaping public opinion and political discourse. Drawing on extensive archival research and a deep knowledge of the period, Richardson offers a detailed and engaging account of the rise of American magazines, from their earliest beginnings in the mid-18th century to their heyday in the years leading up to the Revolution. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of American media and the cultural and intellectual life of early America.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
ISBN-10: 1436687659
ISBN-13: 9781436687652
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/13/2008
Pages: 428
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.75lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.06d