During a career that spanned more than sixty years, Arthur Krock came to symbolize journalistic enterprise and integrity. As a Washington correspondent, he broke more news exclusives, perhaps, than any other journalist of his time. As a news analyst, he--along with Walter Lippmann and David Lawrence--helped perfect the form of the modern political column. As an administrator he developed the Washington bureau of the New York Times into a formidable reporting force that commanded unparalleled access to the corridors of power in the nation's capital. He was honored by the Pulitzer Prize committee four times--more than any other journalist in history--receiving two Pulitzer Prizes, a special commendation, and a special citation. Though his generally conservative views frequently contrasted with the Times's political liberalism, Krock retained the respect of journalistic professionals for his energy, historical perspective, and a rigid ethical standard that held fast throughout a long and...