Without Fear or Favor

Without Fear or Favor: The New York Times and Its Times is a historical account of The New York Times, written by journalist and author Harrison E. Salisbury. Published in 1980, the book chronicles the newspaper's history, its key figures, and the major events it covered, offering an insider's perspective on the publication's role in American journalism. Salisbury was a veteran journalist who worked for the paper for over two decades. The title of the book, "Without Fear or Favor," is a nod to the newspaper's official motto.

About the Author

Harrison E. Salisbury (1908–1993) was an American journalist, foreign correspondent, and author. He was a long-time staff member and editor at The New York Times, where he was known for his groundbreaking reporting from the Soviet Union. He won a Pulitzer Prize in 1955 for his reporting on the Soviet Union and was a prolific writer, penning numerous books on history, politics, and his own experiences. Salisbury was one of the first American journalists to report from Vietnam and China, and his work often challenged official narratives