Zine and US History

"Throughout most of the history of the United States, the periodical press has held a prominent position in mainstream American society. Starting with the insurgence of popular magazines in the late 1700s, periodicals have existed almost as long as the United States itself and have established a foothold in the hearts and minds of the American people, maintaining an overwhelming presence in today's culture." -From Fandom to Feminism: An Analysis of the Zine Press by Heath Row. Link here to read the rest of the article.