The Black Press in Mississippi, 1865-1985, Hardback/Julius E. Thompson

A review of the journalism experience of blacks in one US state, with examples from newspapers, newsletters, magazines and the broadcast media. Born during slavery, the Black press has been accused of being both too conservative and too radical. Thompson concludes the struggle will continue. Publisher: University Press of Florida Author(s): Julius E. Thompson Illustration(s): 21 illustrations, 2 maps, notes, bibliography, index Number of pages: 240 Publication date: 1994 Cover type: Hardback