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Country Journalism

Country Journalism

Allen, Charles Laurel

Hardcover

Business GeneralGeneral ReferenceWriting Instruction

ISBN10: 1025577558
ISBN13: 9781025577555
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 520
Weight: 1.98
Height: 1.13 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Country Journalism serves as a foundational guide to the craft and business of managing community newspapers. Written by Charles Laurel Allen, this work provides an in-depth analysis of the editorial, business, and production aspects specifically tailored to rural and small-town publications. It explores the unique responsibilities of the country editor, who must balance the roles of journalist, civic leader, and business manager.

The text covers essential topics such as news gathering in small communities, the importance of local interest stories, editorial writing, and the technical requirements of newspaper makeup and printing. Furthermore, it delves into the financial side of the industry, offering practical advice on advertising, circulation, and cost accounting. Country Journalism captures a pivotal era in American media, documenting the standards and ethical considerations that shaped the development of local reporting. This volume is an invaluable resource for students of journalism history, media studies, and anyone interested in the social impact of the community press. Its detailed observations offer a clear window into the professionalization of the local newsroom during the early twentieth century.

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