Summary
For social science and media students, this book is an introduction to the world of politics, power, control and the media. Considers contemporary theories about media production, representation and audiences. Explains the political importance of mass media in contemporary Western societies. Most chapters are illustrated with images from either broadcast or print media. Each chapter concludes with a summary and discussion questions. Includes an index and bibliography. The author is a senior lecturer in the department of government at the University of Queensland and the co-author of 'Politics One'.
Summary
For social science and media students, this book is an introduction to the world of politics, power, control and the media. Considers contemporary theories about media production, representation and audiences. Explains the political importance of mass media in contemporary Western societies. Most chapters are illustrated with images from either broadcast or print media. Each chapter concludes with a summary and discussion questions. Includes an index and bibliography. The author is a senior lecturer in the department of government at the University of Queensland and the co-author of 'Politics One'.
