The Reading Public (1914)

By MacGregor Jenkins

Book Overview

The Reading Public is a book written by Jenkins and MacGregor in 1914. The book is a comprehensive study of the reading habits of the public during the early 20th century. The authors explore the various factors that influence what people read, including social class, gender, and education. They also examine the impact of technology on reading, such as the rise of newspapers, magazines, and the development of the public library system. The book provides a fascinating insight into the reading habits of the time, and how these habits were shaped by the cultural and social context of the era. It is an important historical document that sheds light on the evolution of reading practices and the role of literature in society. Overall, The Reading Public is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of reading and the cultural context of the early 20th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165077108
• ISBN13: 9781165077106
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"