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My Trade: A Short History of British Journalism (Paperback)

by Andrew Marr (Author)

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Paperback: 300 pages
Publisher: Pan Books; New edition edition (1 Jul 2005)
Language English
ISBN-10: 0330411926
ISBN-13: 978-0330411929
Product Dimensions: 19.3 x 13 x 3 cm

Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (11 customer reviews)

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How do you decide what is a 'story' and what isn't? What does a newspaper editor actually do all day? How do hacks get their scoops? How do the TV stations choose their news bulletins? How do you persuade people to say those awful, embarrassing things? Who earns what? How do journalists manage to look in the mirror after the way they sometimes behave? The purpose of this insider's account is to provide an answer to all these questions and more. Andrew Marr's brilliant, and brilliantly funny, book is a guide to those of us who read newspapers, or who listen to and watch news bulletins but want to know more. Andrew Marr tells the story of modern journalism through his own experience. This is an extremely readable and utterly unique modern social history of British journalism, with all its odd glamour, smashed hopes and future possibility.

About the Author

Andrew Marr was born in Glasgow. He graduated from Cambridge University and has enjoyed a long career in political journalism, working for the Scotsman, the Independent , the Economist, the Express , and the Observer before being appointed as the BBC's political editor in May 2000. He is also the presenter of Start the Week. Andrew Marr's broadcasting includes series on contemporary thinkers for BBC 2 and Radio 4, and political documentaries for Channel 4 and BBC Panorama. He has had major prizes from the British Press Awards, the Royal Television Society and Bafta, among others. He lives in London.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Most readable history of journalism in print, 20 Sep 2004

By	J. Whitworth "jwhitworth70@msn.com" (UK) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: My Trade: A Short History of British Journalism (Hardcover)

Andrew Marr has achieved something that is oddly rare - he has written an entertaining history of journalism. I say "oddly rare" because you would think that journalists - people who write for a living - would write interesting books about their trade. The truth is that they can be weighed down with endless stories involving names that no one has heard of and another opportunity gets missed. Marr's book is very refreshing - he is certainly not above self-criticism and most importantly, the book does what all the best books of its kind do - it imparts a lot of information without you realising it.
The book is funny, informative, opinionated and most of all a fine read (which is more than can be said for some of our national press these days).
Buy it.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent, 11 Aug 2005

By	The Fisher Price King "Straight from the gut" (London) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER)

This is a detailed, informed, sceptical and sometimes very funny account of British journalism, from its 17th century origins to the present day. Marr, who is the BBC's political correspondent and used to edit The Independent, has had a varied journalistic career and, in carefully planned chapters, offers excellent insights into such questions as what editors do, the underlying truths and untruths of political journalism, the way papers and our perceptions of news have changed down the years, the personalities of journalists, the roles of columnists and specialist correspondents, broadcast news and its politics and spirit, plus much more. Along the way we meet a range of memorable characters from Daniel Defoe to Kelvin MacKenzie of The Sun, and from Rupert Murdoch to the Dimbleby clan. Marr sheds some really valuable light on the nature of British media, and this feels above all like a truthful account as well as a detailed and enjoyable one. This book is indispensable for journalists and would-be journalists, and for anyone interested in the news and how it gets made.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A 'Must-Read' book for those interested in current affairs, 22 Aug 2005

By	Mrs R A S Plumley "Optimist" (Kent U.K.) - See all my reviews

This is a jewel of a book by someone who has inside knowledge of politics over the last two decades but has the capacity to stand back and analyse the influence of the media in our thinking - does the media lead and the reading public follow? or do the public set the agenda for the media? The answer, according to Andrew Marr, is that both are true. Two clear messages for me showed why the 'Today' programme has to be as it is although I am part of the one-third of the population who turn it off in fury or ring the BBC to complain, and I need to get out more (around the world) to have a greater understanding of international issues rather than settling for the comfort zone that much of life in the UK has become. I have bored everyone I have met in the last 3 weeks about the importance of the insights in this book.

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A fine condition book at a dirt-cheap price speedily delivered, and with a friendly Customer Service. I do not expect better - ever.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Behind the scenes look at journalism
The work of journalists, perhaps moreso than that of other professions, is often viewed in a stereotypical light. Read more

Published on 16 Dec 2005

4.0 out of 5 stars a great book on journalism and politics
Although this books begins almost as a conventional history of journalism and newspapers - as good as that is - it soon moves on to a much more intersting mix of personal story... Read more

Published on 7 Nov 2005 by raster250

4.0 out of 5 stars Very Informative
I rate Andrew Marr very highly as a journalist and was sorry when he stepped down as the BBC's Policitcal Correspondant. Read more

Published on 3 Sep 2005 by Paul Johnson

5.0 out of 5 stars Very interesting and entertaining
I bought the audio CD - something to listen and chuckle to in the car on the way in and out of work. Really enjoyed it! Shall miss Andy Marr as BBC Political Ed.

Published on 31 Aug 2005 by aaron1977

4.0 out of 5 stars A fascinating look at British journalism
For anyone with even a passing interest in journalism, i.e. anyone who reads a newspaper of any description or watches TV news, this is a must-buy. Read more

Published on 2 Aug 2005 by S. Smith

5.0 out of 5 stars Step behind the scenes of journalism
If you are a journalist, a wannabe journalist or just interested in current affairs then this book will make a fascinating read for you. Read more

Published on 28 Jan 2005 by Tony Jackson

4.0 out of 5 stars Entertaining if not always insightful
Marr has produced an entertaining book, his history of journalism looking at significant themes such as ownership, the demise of Fleet Street, the rise of pundits and the... Read more

Published on 8 Jan 2005 by Emteq

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