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sophiewoz's review against another edition
challenging
informative
slow-paced
3.5
The interesting fact of reading this book over 100 years after publication, of course, is that while we now live in the information era in which it is significantly easier to be informed and find truthful information than it was a century before, people choose not to seek it, favoring instead the instant gratification of media.
On a lighter note: while I struggled with the second half of this book, which was where the majority of Sinclair's investigation and analysis was, I did find the first half of the book, which was his explanation of his personal experiences with the media, to be deeply funny.
On a lighter note: while I struggled with the second half of this book, which was where the majority of Sinclair's investigation and analysis was, I did find the first half of the book, which was his explanation of his personal experiences with the media, to be deeply funny.
ddavis3739's review against another edition
4.0
Sinclair lays out the realities of the press of his time in a striking and compelling way. Filled with stories, anecdotes, and propositions this book is sure to inspire thought about history and how the news operates today.
You may think that a book written 100 years ago wouldn't be valid anymore but much of the critism still holds today and it is interesting thinking about how his observations might change if he were around today.
You may think that a book written 100 years ago wouldn't be valid anymore but much of the critism still holds today and it is interesting thinking about how his observations might change if he were around today.
valkyriejmu's review
4.0
Well, on one hand, the problem with today's mainstream media are nothing new...on the other hand, the problem hasn't been solved since this book was originally published.
But it's my favorite Upton Sinclair book so far.
But it's my favorite Upton Sinclair book so far.
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