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Highlights
- In this revised edition of his classic 1993 biography, William Shawcross updates the story of Murdoch's battles to extend his electronic footprint around the globe.
- About the Author: William Hartley Hume Shawcross is a writer and commentator, and a former Chairman of the Charity Commission for England and Wales.
- 496 Pages
- Biography + Autobiography, Business
- Series Name: Touchstone Book
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About the Book
It was Rupert Murdoch who invented the modern media empire. Now his reach includes two thirds of the Earth's population. In this revised and updated edition, William Shawcross brings Murdoch's story up to date. "Of all the biographies on Murdoch, this is the most comprehensive and balanced and comes closest to explaining a bundle of contradictions".--Edwin Diamond, "New York" magazine. photos.Book Synopsis
In this revised edition of his classic 1993 biography, William Shawcross updates the story of Murdoch's battles to extend his electronic footprint around the globe. A biography of international media baron Rupert Murdoch traces his rise from Australia, to London, to New York and Hollywood, emphasizing his business instincts, view to the future, and significance in and to international businessFrom the Back Cover
Rupert Murdoch invented the modern global information empire. His relentless determination and daring and his repeated willingness to bet the balance sheet in order to acquire more newspapers, television stations, satellite networks, cable systems and publishing houses have been amply rewarded: Murdoch's information empire now reaches two thirds of the world's population, making him one of the most powerful men on earth. In this revised edition of his classic 1993 biography, William Shawcross updates the story of Murdoch's battles to extend his electronic "footprint" around the globe.About the Author
William Hartley Hume Shawcross is a writer and commentator, and a former Chairman of the Charity Commission for England and Wales.Dimensions (Overall): 9.23 Inches (H) x 6.15 Inches (W) x 1.31 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.69 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 496
Genre: Biography + Autobiography
Sub-Genre: Business
Series Title: Touchstone Book
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
Format: Paperback
Author: William Shawcross
Language: English
Street Date: July 2, 1997
TCIN: 94449414
UPC: 9780684830155
Item Number (DPCI): 247-08-5602
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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