Steffens Lincoln Books

Lincoln Steffens was a pioneering American journalist and reformer of the early 20th century, renowned for his incisive reporting on influential figures and institutions. He focused on exposing corruption within governmental and political structures, becoming a central figure in the "muckraker" movement. His investigative work aimed to uncover wrongdoing and inspire societal change. Later in his career, he became captivated by the Russian Revolution, viewing it as a potential catalyst for radical societal transformation. His memoirs reflect his complex perspective on progress and social reform.