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Ida M Tarbell

Ida Tarbell was a pioneering journalist renowned for her incisive investigative approach. With tireless energy, she exposed the practices of powerful industrial trusts, becoming a key figure of the Progressive Era. Her work was characterized by deep research and meticulous reporting, bringing revelations about the workings of American business to her readers. Tarbell laid the groundwork for modern investigative journalism, and her distinctive writing style continues to inspire journalists and authors.