First published 2014
Gabriel Sherman reveals how Fox News became America's dominant media empire. The book chronicles the network's rise to unprecedented influence in both journalism and politics. Sherman documents the aggressive strategies, corporate maneuvering, and theatrical presentation that built Fox into a powerhouse. He examines the business decisions and political calculations behind the network's success. The investigation shows how traditional showmanship merged with modern media tactics to create something entirely new in American broadcasting. Sherman's reporting uncovers the methods Fox used to gain its commanding position in the media landscape. The book demonstrates how one organization reshaped both news coverage and political discourse in America.
Genres: american, politics, non-fiction, 21st-century, journalism
Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: investigative-reporting, organizational-culture
Setting: America, Fox News
Period: 21st-century
578 pages · Hardcover · Random House