Katharine Graham

Katharine Graham was an American publisher who led her family's newspaper, The Washington Post, from 1963 to 1991. She oversaw the paper's most famous periods, including the publication of the Pentagon Papers and the coverage of the Watergate scandal. Graham's leadership in journalism was groundbreaking for women in the media industry, and she was known for her memoir 'Personal History,' which won the Pulitzer Prize in 1998.

Books

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  1. 1. Personal History

    Cover of 'Personal History' by Katharine Graham

    "Personal History" is an autobiography of a woman who inherited a media empire, The Washington Post, following her husband's suicide. The book explores her journey from a privileged yet sheltered upbringing to leading one of the most influential newspapers in the United States. It provides an intimate look into her personal life, including her struggles with self-confidence and her role in the coverage of significant historical events such as the Pentagon Papers and the Watergate scandal.