Print Politics

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Focusing on the radical movement for parliamentary reform in early 19th-century Britain, this study delves into the interplay between popular agitation and oppressive political responses. Kevin Gilmartin examines how influential writers and editors navigated a landscape of seditious trials, employing diverse styles and strategies in the periodical press. He highlights their commitment to independent political opposition, showcasing their complex relationship with the corrupt political system they aimed to resist while adapting its practices for their own purposes.