Walter Lippmann
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Walter Lippmann
American journalist, author and political commentator · 1889–1974
Biography
Walter Lippmann (1889–1974) was an American journalist, author and political commentator whose writing shaped twentieth-century debates about democracy, public opinion and the responsibilities of the press. Born in New York City, he graduated from Harvard College in 1910 and became associated with The New Republic in its early years.
He later worked at the New York World and wrote the widely syndicated “Today and Tomorrow” column. His books explored political leadership, social change, mass communication and the challenges of informed democratic citizenship. His influential works include A Preface to Politics (1913), Drift and Mastery (1914) and Public Opinion (1922).
Selected Works
DSCHOLAR PRESS PUBLICATION · 2026 · POLITICAL THOUGHT
A Preface to Politics
An examination of political leadership, reform, public opinion and the need for adaptable democratic institutions.
Original publication: 1913 · eBook ISBN: 978-93-47867-04-0
Original author: Walter Lippmann · New preface: Dr. Saurabh Chandra
DSCHOLAR PRESS PUBLICATION · 2026 · POLITICAL THOUGHT
Drift and Mastery: An Attempt to Diagnose the Current Unrest
An exploration of social change, industrial society, democracy and purposeful collective action.
Original publication: 1914 · eBook ISBN: 978-93-47867-07-1
Original author: Walter Lippmann · New preface: Dr. Saurabh Chandra
Areas of Study
Political philosophy · Public opinion · Journalism and mass communication · Democratic governance · Social reform · Political leadership
Historical author profile. The DScholar Press editions listed above were published in 2026 and include new prefaces by Dr. Saurabh Chandra. This profile does not imply a contemporary affiliation with the press.
