LEDE-ING LADIES: How female foreign correspondents transformed journalism.

  • Published In: American Scholar, 2026, v. 95, n. 2. P. 122 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Matthews, Anne 3 of 3

Abstract

The article reviews *Starry and Restless: Three Women Who Changed Work, Writing, and the World* by Julia Cooke, which profiles three pioneering female journalists—Martha Gellhorn, Emily "Mickey" Hahn, and Rebecca West—who shaped foreign correspondence during and after World War II. The book explores their adventurous careers and personal lives amid a male-dominated, risk-filled media landscape, highlighting their roles in expanding women’s presence in journalism. While praised for its rich archival research and vivid portrayal of a bygone era, the work is noted for lacking a clear thematic focus and deeper analysis of the subjects’ writings and financial support. The review suggests the book is best read alongside other biographies and histories of women war correspondents to fully appreciate these complex figures and their impact. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:American Scholar. 2026/04, Vol. 95, Issue 2, p122
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Communication and Mass Media
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:0003-0937
  • Accession Number:191623882
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