Battle Of Ink And Ice by Darrell Hartman
A Sensational Story of News Barons, North Pole Explorers, and the Making of Modern Media
In the early 20th century, two American explorers, Robert Peary and Frederick Cook, both claimed to have reached the North Pole first, igniting a fierce rivalry. This dispute was mirrored by a battle between two influential New York City newspapers, the Herald and the Times, each backing a different explorer. The book delves into the intense competition between these explorers and the newspapers that chronicled their journeys, highlighting the impact on media and public perception. It paints a vivid picture of the era, exploring themes of ambition, media influence, and the complexities of fame and truth in a rapidly changing world.
The 17008th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2023
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- Pages
- 300-350
- Original Language
- English
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- 16th on The Greatest Books of 2023 - Honorable Mention (The Greatest Books)