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Dead Tree Media: Manufacturing the Newspaper in Twentieth-Century North America
This Book examines the history of the twentieth-century American newspaper industry, focusing on its complex relationship with Canadian newsprint production. The text traces the evolution of the newspaper from its origins in smaller-scale operations to large, multinational corporations like the Chicago Tribune Company. It explores the impact of technological advancements in papermaking, the role of government policies in shaping the industry, and the social and environmental consequences of mass newspaper production. The book also analyzes the Tribune Company's vertical integration, its expansion into Canada, and its eventual diversification beyond print media. Finally, it discusses the challenges faced by the industry in the digital age.
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