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A Vision of Empire: Henry Luce and Time Life's America

Henry R. Luce and the Rise of the American News Media

by JAMES L. BAUGHMAN He stood just over six-feet tall, had pale blue eyes and, in his early forties, receding sandy-colored hair, just starting to gray. Although he chain-smoked cigarettes, he rarely drank or ate to excess. Such moderation combined with an overabundance of nervous ...

A Vision of Empire: Henry Luce and Time Life's America

Filmmaker Interview – Stephen Stept

American Masters Online presents an interview with "Luce" producer, writer, and director Stephen Stept. Q: What was the genesis of this project? Stephen Stept: The idea of doing an American Masters on Henry Luce came from Susan Lacy, the series creator and executive producer. Susan ...

A Vision of Empire: Henry Luce and Time Life's America

Henry Luce’s life and career timeline

One of the most influential publishers of the 20th century, Henry Luce profoundly changed the media landscape. His involvement in politics and professional achievements have made Luce a household name in journalism. Read more about his exceptional career in the timeline below.