Godkin, Edwin Lawrence, 1831-1902

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Birth 1831-10-02
Death 1902-05-21
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Godkin was an editor and political writer. He was founder and first editor of The Nation (founded in 1865) and later also editor of the New York Evening Post.

From the description of Edwin Lawrence Godkin papers, 1845-1927. (Harvard University). WorldCat record id: 612368182

American journalist and essayist.

From the description of Autograph letter signed, Wednesday 12th. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 269587330

Edwin Lawrence Godkin was an author, journalist, and editor. Born in Ireland, he covered the Crimean War for the London Daily News, later moving to New York. He ws invited to become co-founder and editor of The Nation which, under his guidance, became one of the most influential publications of its era, impacting politics and culture beyond its modest circulation. Godkin was a passionate writer and editor, with a witty, straightforward style and a liberal outlook.

From the description of Edwin Lawrence Godkin letter to E.C. Stedman, 1888 Nov. 22. (Pennsylvania State University Libraries). WorldCat record id: 53432438

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Subjects:

  • American literature
  • American periodicals
  • Periodical editors

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  • Editors
  • Newspaper editors

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  • United States (as recorded)

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