"The Brass Check: A Study of American Journalism" by Upton Sinclair is a searing indictment of the American press. Sinclair, a renowned muckraker, meticulously examines the state of journalism in the early 20th century, pulling no punches in his critique. This powerful study delves into the forces shaping American media, revealing the influences of advertising and powerful interests on news reporting. Exploring themes of yellow journalism and the potential for corruption within the newspaper industry, "The Brass Check" ...
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"The Brass Check: A Study of American Journalism" by Upton Sinclair is a searing indictment of the American press. Sinclair, a renowned muckraker, meticulously examines the state of journalism in the early 20th century, pulling no punches in his critique. This powerful study delves into the forces shaping American media, revealing the influences of advertising and powerful interests on news reporting. Exploring themes of yellow journalism and the potential for corruption within the newspaper industry, "The Brass Check" remains a vital historical document for understanding the evolution of American media. Sinclair's work offers a sociological perspective on the press and its impact on society. This examination of journalistic practices provides crucial context for anyone interested in media studies, the sociology of communication, or the history of advertising and promotion. This meticulously prepared print edition ensures Sinclair's important work remains accessible to all. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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Add this copy of The Brass Check: a Study of American Journalism to cart. $15.00, good condition, Sold by Books From California rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Simi Valley, CA, UNITED STATES, published 1919 by Self-Published.
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Good. Second edition. Tan-gold cloth boards with gilt lettering. Fading to all gilt. Rubbing at top and bottom of spine, slgiht dust wear, original owner's name on front pastedown. A well-read but sturdy copy, hinges strong. Pages/boards clean, NO foxing or markings. Very Clean Copy-Over 500, 000 Internet Orders Filled.
Add this copy of The Brass Check: A Study of American Journalism to cart. $18.89, new condition, Sold by Ingram Customer Returns Center rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from NV, USA, published 1905 by Cosimo Classics.
Add this copy of The Brass Check: a Study of American Journalism to cart. $19.86, fair condition, Sold by Wonder Book - Member ABAA/ILAB rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Frederick, MD, UNITED STATES.
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Acceptable. First edition copy. Collectible-Acceptable. 1st paperback edition. Quite edgeworn; lower corner bumped. Tears along several page edges. Pages toward end cut at lower corner, with some text loss. (journalism, press)
Add this copy of The Brass Check: a Study of American Journalism to cart. $19.95, good condition, Sold by Peninsula Books rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Traverse City, MI, UNITED STATES, published 1919 by Upton Sinclair.
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Good. This book was first issued in this softcover format by the author; he seems to have had trouble securing paper and the book was published on cheap paper stock. This is seems to be a second edition as there is a "Post script to Second Edition" after the "Publisher's Note" in the rear. The covers of this book are worn and the pages are age toned throughout. The title page has a 1/4" marginal tear with a crease at the tear, else there are no internal or external markings no previous owner names and no bookplates.; 12mo 7"-7½" tall; 445 + ads pages.
Add this copy of The Brass Check: A Study of American Journalism to cart. $22.29, new condition, Sold by Ingram Customer Returns Center rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from NV, USA, published 2025 by Anson Street Press.
Add this copy of The Brass Check: a Study of American Journalism to cart. $23.79, good condition, Sold by Wonder Book - Member ABAA/ILAB rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Frederick, MD, UNITED STATES.
Add this copy of The Brass Check: a Study of American Journalism to cart. $23.80, new condition, Sold by Just one more Chapter rated 3.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Miramar, FL, UNITED STATES, published 2025 by Alpha Edition.
Add this copy of The Brass Check: a Study of American Journalism to cart. $24.30, good condition, Sold by Crossroad Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Eau Claire, WI, UNITED STATES, published by Self Published.
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Good with no dust jacket. No publication date; ca 1919. NAP. 445 pages, plus 3 pages ads. Covers age-toned, some soil; rubbed at corners and edges. Wrinkling along spine (production), with spine lean. A few pages chipped at corners. Pages age-toned. Bookplate of Randolph G. Adams on inside front cover.; JNT10C; 7 x 4-1/2"
