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Final Draft: The Collected Work of David Carr

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David Carr was one of the most influential and respected media critics of our time. A Pulitzer Prize winner and former media columnist for The New York Times, Carr was known for his incisive wit, his deep understanding of the news industry, and his passionate belief in the importance of journalism.

Final Draft is a comprehensive collection of Carr's most essential work. Drawn from his columns for The New York Times and The Atlantic, as well as from his longform journalism and public lectures, Final Draft offers a sweeping overview of Carr's career and his profound impact on the media landscape.

Final Draft: The Collected Work of David Carr
Final Draft: The Collected Work of David Carr
by Ta-Nehisi Coates

4.5 out of 5

Language : English
File size : 3344 KB
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
Screen Reader : Supported
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
X-Ray : Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Print length : 402 pages

Carr's writing is characterized by its honesty, its intelligence, and its humor. He was never afraid to challenge conventional wisdom or to speak truth to power. He was also a gifted storyteller, with a knack for finding the human dimension in even the most complex stories.

Final Draft is a must-read for anyone interested in the media, journalism, or the art of writing. It is a fitting tribute to one of the most important voices of our time.

Table of Contents

  • by Ben Smith
  • Part I: The Media
  1. The Future of News
  2. The Decline of the Gatekeepers
  3. The Rise of the Internet
  4. The Impact of Social Media
  5. The Role of Journalism
  • Part II: Journalism
    1. The Art of Reporting
    2. The Importance of Context
    3. The Power of Narrative
    4. The Ethics of Journalism
    5. The Future of Journalism
  • Part III: Writing
    1. The Importance of Clarity
    2. The Power of Detail
    3. The Art of Storytelling
    4. The Elements of Style
    5. The Importance of Revision
  • by Jill Abramson
  • Reviews

    "David Carr was one of the most brilliant and insightful media critics of our time. Final Draft is a must-read for anyone interested in the media, journalism, or the art of writing." - Ben Smith, editor-in-chief of BuzzFeed News

    "David Carr was a fearless truth-teller who helped us understand the complex and ever-changing world of media. Final Draft is a fitting tribute to his legacy." - Jill Abramson, former executive editor of The New York Times

    "David Carr was a master of his craft. Final Draft is a collection of his most essential work, and it is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the media landscape of our time." - Carl Bernstein, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist

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    Final Draft: The Collected Work of David Carr

    Final Draft: The Collected Work of David Carr
    Final Draft: The Collected Work of David Carr
    by Ta-Nehisi Coates

    4.5 out of 5

    Language : English
    File size : 3344 KB
    Text-to-Speech : Enabled
    Screen Reader : Supported
    Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
    X-Ray : Enabled
    Word Wise : Enabled
    Print length : 402 pages
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    Final Draft: The Collected Work of David Carr
    Final Draft: The Collected Work of David Carr
    by Ta-Nehisi Coates

    4.5 out of 5

    Language : English
    File size : 3344 KB
    Text-to-Speech : Enabled
    Screen Reader : Supported
    Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
    X-Ray : Enabled
    Word Wise : Enabled
    Print length : 402 pages
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