Media and Society : An Introduction

Stadler, Jane, O'Shaughnessy, Michael

ISBN 10: 0195514025 / ISBN 13: 9780195514025

Published by Oxford University Press, Incorporated, 2002

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Synopsis:

This textbook examines the role of the media in contemporary society and analyses representations of the world found in photographs, advertisements, film, television and language. It clearly and simply presents theoretical approaches derived from media and cultural studies, including structuralist, Marxist, feminist and Jungian perspectives. It also includes comprehensible definitions of key terms and analyses of specific media texts as well as colour illustrations and practical exercises. The second edition is significantly updated and expanded to include new sections on interactive media technologies and culture jamming and a new semiotic model essay alongside new illustrations. To further clarify theoretical concepts many new references to contemporary media texts - from 11 September to ig Brother, from egally Blonde to 'boat people' - are included alongside quotations from media critics. Media and Society focuses on issues of gender, race, identity and the family, using a personal, interactive approach to learning that is designed to encourage readers to develop their own views of the 'media-world' in which they live.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Media and Society : An Introduction
Publisher: Oxford University Press, Incorporated
Publication Date: 2002
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Good
Edition: 2nd Edition.