Atlanta Journal-Constitution releases 300-page history book
The $65 volume chronicles 157 years of local news and features essays from civic leaders like Andrew Young and Matt Ryan.
By Natalie Cooper ·
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution has released a commemorative book containing more than 300 pages of local history. The volume, titled “The A: A Love Story. The People, the Place, the Paper; 157 Years of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution,” is available for preorder at the AJC Store for $65.00. The publication draws from the newspaper's extensive archive to document the transformation of Atlanta over the last 150 years.
Leroy Chapman Jr., editor-in-chief of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, stated that the organization has told the city's story more comprehensively than any other entity. He noted that the paper has chronicled the life of Atlanta through both triumphs and challenges. Chapman added that the outlet is proud to share this collection with readers who care deeply about the city and its future.
The book is organized into chapters that span several decades. It covers topics including business, social justice, politics, culture, sports, food, music, and the arts. The text is accompanied by more than 300 photographs and archival images. These visuals are designed to provide a detailed look at the evolution of the city.
Individual essays are included in the volume from various business and community leaders. Contributors listed in the announcement include Ed Bastian, Andrew Young, Shirley Franklin, Dallas Austin, Sheffield Hale, Claudia Martinez, and Rand Suffolk. The list also features Matt Ryan and Hannah Palmer. Ned Reid, senior creative director at the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, said he appreciates that no single perspective dominates the book.
Reid explained that historians, journalists, civic leaders, artists, and business leaders all appear in the pages. He described the result as an ongoing conversation about what Atlanta has been and what it might become. He added that the book feels less like a definitive account and more like a dialogue among different voices in the community.
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution has operated for over 157 years as a source for culture, community, and news in the South. The company currently tells stories across multiple platforms. It aims to help its audience understand and engage with the world around them. The publication emphasizes accuracy, accountability, and innovation in its reporting.
Hugo Rojo serves as the head of communications for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. He is the point of contact for further information regarding the new publication. The book is currently available for order through the AJC Store website.
