{"product_id":"the-journalists-gustav-freytag-9781434429056","title":"The Journalists","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Journalists\u003c\/em\u003e (\u003cem\u003eDie Journalisten\u003c\/em\u003e) is a play by the German author Gustav Freytag, first performed in 1853. Freytag, best known for his contributions to the development of the modern novel and his theory of the \"well-made play,\" created this work as a comedy that centers on the world of journalism and the press.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe play is set in a small German town and revolves around the conflicts and rivalries among the local newspaper staff. Through its characters, \u003cem\u003eThe Journalists\u003c\/em\u003e explores themes such as the power of the press, political influence, ethics in journalism, and the impact of public opinion. Freytag uses humor and satire to critique the journalistic practices of his time, while also providing a lively and entertaining narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Journalists\u003c\/em\u003e was popular in its day for its witty dialogue and sharp observations on the media's role in society. It remains a significant work in the history of German literature, particularly for its insights into the early dynamics of journalism and its influence on public life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Gustav Freytag\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1434429059\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781434429056\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Wildside Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 08\/16\/2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 164\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.47lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.38d","brand":"Gustav Freytag","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48437847851263,"sku":"9781434429056","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_00df21fb-94b5-431c-b068-8db6e6e60202.jpg?v=1777167175","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-journalists-gustav-freytag-9781434429056","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}