MORNING STAR

by James Lansdale Hodson ‧ RELEASE DATE: May 26, 1952

A substantial novel of the British newspaper world which lends a good deal of character and conviction to its espousal of political Liberalism, freedom of the press, and the inviolability of the editorial privilege. For the Morning Star, a Lancashire newspaper of particular integrity and independence, under the guidance of its incorruptible and idealistic editor Blackwood, faces the threat of purchase by self-made, self-satisfied Sam Sedgwick and absorption into his dangerously conservative combine. This is Blackwood's story, as he does not hesitate to publish the facts in a case of assault involving his son which also threatens his marriage, as he attempts to raise the money to save his paper but rejects any offer which entails pressure, and finally finds his liberal angel which assures the security of the paper and the survival of its standards... A story which matches the fire of its cause with the holding personal tragedy of Blackwood's marriage, this offers solid entertainment.

Pub Date: May 26, 1952

ISBN: N/A

Page Count: -

Publisher: Simon & Schuster

Review Posted Online: N/A

Kirkus Reviews Issue: May 1, 1952

Categories: FICTION