"The Press and Its Historical Influence on Public Opinion" is a scholarly book that examines the role of the press as a tool for manipulating public opinion. It highlights the historical contexts in which the media, particularly in Europe and Venezuela, have been used as instruments for religious, political, and economic interests. The author, Luis Manuel González Ruiz, analyzes the various propagandistic techniques that have been employed throughout history to shape news in favor of certain power groups. The book offers a critical perspective on how the public is often unknowingly exposed to a distorted representation of reality. By exploring these themes, it fosters a deeper understanding of the complex interactions between media and society, especially up until the end of the 20th century.