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Marc Raboy and Bernard Dagenai
FROMN THE COVER: In modern states, the functioning of democratic politics is centrally tied to the role of the media in the creation and dissemination of information, images and ideas. The authors in this book explore through a number of different contexts the way in which crises highlight the problematic issues of media performance in democratic states.
SAGE Publications. London • Newbury Park. 1992. 208p.
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Ray Surette
FROM THE COVER: In this provocative volume, Ray Surette challenges readers to consider the commonly perceived paradoxical relationship of the media to crime and criminal justice: both as a major cause of crime and violence and as an untapped but powerful potential solution to crime.
Brooks/Cole Publishing Company. 1992. 315p.
DENIS McQUAIL
FROM THE PREFACE: The principal origins of this book date back to the mid-1970s, when, on secondment from the University of Southampton, I directed research into the content of British newspapers on behalf of the 1974-77 Royal Commission on the Press, which included in its terns of reference the task of inquiring into the 'editorial standards of newspapers and periodicals'. This was the first time that l had tried to grapple systematically with the concept of media performance in the sense of expectations concerning the broader public role of mass media. I discovered that there was rather little relevant social or media theory suitable for the task and few coherent attempts had been made to connect social theory with the sort of empirical enquiry called for by the terms of reference cited.
SAGE Publications. London - Newbury Park .
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Edited by Richard Collins, James Curran, Nicholas Garnham, Paddy Scannell, Philip Schlesinger and Colin Sparks
Media, Culture and Society: A Critical Reader edited by Richard Collins, James Curran, Nicholas Garnham, Paddy Scannell, Philip Schlesinger, and Colin Sparks delves deep into the intricate relationship between media, culture, and society. This comprehensive reader presents a collection of insightful essays that explore the profound influence of media on our culture and social structures. Through critical analysis and thought-provoking perspectives, this book offers readers a comprehensive overview of key theories and concepts shaping the dynamic landscape of media studies today. Featuring contributions from leading scholars in the field, this reader is an essential guide for students, academics, and anyone interested in understanding the complex interplay between media, culture, and society in our increasingly interconnected world.
SAGE Publications London • Beverly Hills. 1986. 364p.
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EDITED BY JAMES W. CAREY
Media, Myths, and Narratives: Television and the Press, edited by James W. Carey, is a compelling exploration into the intertwined worlds of media, myths, and narratives. In this insightful collection, Carey delves into the complex relationship between television and the press, shedding light on how these powerful mediums shape our understanding of the world.
Carey's nuanced approach challenges conventional wisdom and prompts readers to question the stories we are told. By dissecting the role of media in constructing myths and narratives, this book offers a fresh perspective on the influence of television and the press on society.
Through thought-provoking analyses and engaging commentary, Media, Myths, and Narratives is a must-read for anyone interested in the dynamic interplay between media, myths, and narratives in our modern world. James W. Carey's editorial expertise brings together a diverse range of voices and ideas, making this book an essential addition to the study of contemporary media culture.
NJ. SAGE PUBLICATIONS, 1988. 266p.
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By BENJAMIN BRAWLEY
"The Negro in Literature and Art in the United States" by Benjamin Brawley examines the representation and contributions of African Americans in the cultural landscape of America. Originally published in 1918, Brawley’s insightful analysis delves into the portrayal of African Americans in literature and art, highlighting their struggles, achievements, and resilience despite facing systemic racism and discrimination. Through a meticulous exploration of history and artistic expressions, Brawley sheds light on the complexities of race relations and the evolving perceptions of African American identity. A seminal work that continues to resonate today, "The Negro in Literature and Art in the United States" is a compelling read for those interested in understanding the cultural heritage and artistic legacy of African Americans in the United States.
NEW YORK. DUFFIELD & COMPANY. 1921. 147p.
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By Arthur Asa Berger
Popular Culture Genres: Theories and Texts by Arthur Asa Berger is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the various genres that dominate popular culture. Delving into the theories behind these genres, Berger offers a thought-provoking analysis of their impact on contemporary society. Through engaging prose and rich examples, this book sheds light on the intricate relationship between popular culture and broader cultural trends. A must-read for anyone interested in understanding the nuances of popular culture genres and their significance in today's media landscape.
Foundations of Popular Culture Vol. 2. SAGE, 1992. 192p.
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By Jonathan Lake Crane
TERROR and Everyday Life: Singular Moments in the History of the Horror Film by Jonathan Lake Crane delves into the intricate relationship between terror on screen and everyday experiences. Crane's insightful analysis explores the ways in which horror films reflect and sometimes shape societal fears, anxieties, and cultural norms throughout history. From iconic classics to modern masterpieces, this book offers a profound exploration of how horror cinema captures singular moments in time and connects with the collective psyche. A must-read for fans of horror films and anyone interested in the intersection of entertainment and culture.
SAGE PUBLICATIONS. International Educational and Professional Publisher. Thousand Oaks London New Delhi. 1994. 191p.
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By Steven M. Chermak
In the gripping pages of this novel, readers are drawn into a world where mystery and suspense intertwine with raw human emotion. As the intricate plot unfolds, characters are forced to confront their deepest fears and desires, ultimately revealing the complexities of the human psyche. This thought-provoking narrative challenges readers to examine their own beliefs and motivations as they navigate a thrilling journey filled with unexpected twists and turns. A compelling blend of heart-pounding action and profound introspection, this book is sure to captivate readers from beginning to end.
Boulder. Oxford. Westview Press. 1995. 213p.
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By Terry Hayes
"I Am Pilgrim" by Terry Hayes is a gripping thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page. This intricately woven tale follows the life of a former intelligence operative known as Pilgrim, who is drawn back into the world of espionage to track down an elusive terrorist known as Saracen. As Pilgrim navigates a web of intrigue, deceit, and danger, the reader is taken on a thrilling journey across the globe, from the bustling streets of New York to the remote deserts of the Middle East. With its complex characters, meticulously researched plot, and heart-pounding suspense, "I Am Pilgrim" is a masterfully crafted novel that will leave readers breathless from start to finish.
London. Bantam. 2013. 707p.
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TOM CLANCY WITH Mark Greaney
Privately training with special forces, he’s honing his combat skills to continue his work within the Campus, hunting down and eliminating terrorists wherever he can—even as Jack Ryan Sr. campaigns to become President of the United States again.
But what neither father nor son knows is that the political and personal have just become equally dangerous. A devout enemy of Jack Sr. launches a privately-funded vendetta to discredit him and connect him to a mysterious killing in his longtime ally John Clark’s past. All they have to do is catch him.
With Clark on the run, it’s up to Jack Jr. to stop a growing threat emerging in the Middle East, where a corrupt Pakistani general has entered into a deadly pact with a fanatical terrorist to procure four nuclear warheads they can use to blackmail any world power into submission—or face annihilation.
London. New York. MICHAEL JOSEPH, an imprint of PENGUIN BOOKS. 2011. 882p.
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By Mary Stanley
Millicent McHarg, an eccentric and forthright novelist, is adored by her three granddaughters. When the eldest, Prunella, nicknamed Plumpet, is found hurt and bewildered in her own bed on Christmas morning following a party the night before, her family must at once deal with the emotional pain, and try to solve the mystery. With Plumpet's sisters' help, Millicent prepares to take a grandmother's revenge...
London. Headline Book Publishing. 2023. 320p.
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J. D. ROBB
While Eve examines a fresh body in Washington Square Park, her husband, Roarke, spots a man among the onlookers he’s known since his younger days on the streets of Dublin. A man who claims to be his half brother. A man who kills for a living—and who burns with hatred for him.
Eve is quick to suspect that the victim’s spouse—resentful over his wife’s affair and poised to inherit her fortune—would have happily paid an assassin to do his dirty work. Roarke is just as quick to warn her that if Lorcan Cobbe is the hitman, she needs to be careful. Law enforcement agencies worldwide have pursued this cold-hearted killer for years, to no avail. And his lazy smirk when he looked Roarke’s way indicates that he will target anyone who matters to Roarke...and is confident he’ll get away with it.
Eve is desperate to protect Roarke. Roarke is desperate to protect Eve. And together, they’re determined to find Cobbe before he finds them—even if it takes them across the Atlantic, far outside Eve’s usual jurisdiction...
PIATKUS First published in the United States i by St Martin's Press. 2020. 348p.
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Dean Koontz
Loop me in, odd one.The words, spoken in the deep of night by a sleeping child, chill the young man watching over her. For this was a favorite phrase of Stormy Llewellyn, his lost love, and Stormy is dead, gone forever from this world. In the haunted halls of the isolated monastery where he had sought peace, Odd Thomas is stalking spirits of an infinitely darker nature Through twoNew York Timesbestselling novels Odd Thomas has established himself as one of the most beloved and unique fictional heroes of our time. Now, wielding all the power and magic of a master storyteller at the pinnacle of his craft, Dean Koontz follows Odd into a singular new world where he hopes to make a fresh beginning—but where he will meet an adversary as old and inexorable as time itself. St. Bartholomew’s Abbey sits in majestic solitude amid the wild peaks of California’s high Sierra, a haven for children otherwise abandoned, and a sanctuary for those seeking insight. Odd Thomas has come here to learn to live fully again, and among the eccentric monks, their other guests, and the nuns and young students of the attached convent school, he has begun to find his way. The silent spirits of the dead who visited him in his earlier life are mercifully absent, save for the bell-ringing Brother Constantine and Odd’s steady companion, the King of Rock 'n' Roll. But trouble has a way of finding Odd Thomas, and it slinks back onto his path in the form of the sinister bodachs he has met previously, the black shades who herald death and disaster, and who come late one December night to hover above the abbey’s most precious charges. For Odd is about to face an enemy who eclipses any he has yet encountered, as he embarks on a journey of mystery, wonder, and sheer suspense that surpasses all that has come before. From the Hardcover edition.
NY. Harper Collins. 2006. 378p.
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By Martha Wells
In a corporate-dominated spacefaring future, planetary missions must be approved and supplied by the Company. Exploratory teams are accompanied by Company-supplied security androids, for their own safety.
But in a society where contracts are awarded to the lowest bidder, safety isn’t a primary concern.
On a distant planet, a team of scientists are conducting surface tests, shadowed by their Company-supplied ‘droid — a self-aware SecUnit that has hacked its own governor module, and refers to itself (though never out loud) as “Murderbot.” Scornful of humans, all it really wants is to be left alone long enough to figure out who it is.
But when a neighboring mission goes dark, it's up to the scientists and their Murderbot to get to the truth.
NY. Tom Foherty Assoc. 2017. 154p.
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By Fiona McIntosh
Evie, a widow and stationmaster’s daughter, helplessly looks out for the weekly visit of the handsome man she and her sister call The Southerner on their train platform in the wilds of northern England. When polite salutations shift to friendly conversations, they become captivated by each other’s reticent manner. After so much sorrow, the childless Evie can’t believe love and the chance for her own family has come into her life again.
With rumours coming out of Germany that Hitler may be stirring up war again, local English authorities have warned against spies. Even Evie becomes suspicious of her new suitor, Roger. But all is not what it seems.
When Roger is arrested, Evie comes up with an audacious plan to prove his innocence that means moving to Germany and working as a British counter-spy. Wearing the disguise of dutiful, naïve wife, Evie must charm the Nazi Party’s dangerous officials to bring home hard evidence of war mongering on the Führer’s part.
But in this game of cat and mouse, it seems everyone has an ulterior motive, and Evie finds it impossible to know who to trust. With lives on the line, ultimate sacrifices will be made as she wrestles between her patriotism and saving the man she loves.
From the windswept moors of the Yorkshire dales to the noisy beer halls of Munich and grand country estates in the picture-book Bavarian mountains, this is a lively and high-stakes thriller that will keep you second-guessing until the very end.
Penguin. Random House. 2021. 434p.
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by J. P. Pomare
When private investigator Reid is sent to look into a suspicious car crash, he finds himself in the one place he swore he'd never go back to - the town where he grew up.
Returning to Manson brings back traumatic memories that Reid has spent a decade burying; and keeping his past separate from the investigation is futile. People remember what he did all those years ago.
As rumours swirl about the couple involved in the crash, Reid's line of questioning is taken in a new direction when the Chief of Police's daughter goes missing. Was the car crash just an isolated tragic accident, or is there something darker beating at the heart of this small town? Can Reid escape Manson again, or will it finally swallow him whole?
AUSTRALIA. HATCHETTE. 2022. 327p.
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MEGAN O’KEEFE
Sanda and Biran Greeve were siblings destined for greatness. A high-flying sergeant, Sanda has the skills to take down any enemy combatant. Biran is a savvy politician who aims to use his new political position to prevent conflict from escalating to total destruction.
However, on a routine maneuver, Sanda loses consciousness when her gunship is blown out of the sky. Instead of finding herself in friendly hands, she awakens 230 years later on a deserted enemy warship controlled by an AI who calls himself Bero. The war is lost. The star system is dead. Ada Prime and its rival Icarion have wiped each other from the universe.
Now, separated by time and space, Sanda and Biran must fight to put things right.
LONDON. LITTLE BROWN. 2010. 537p.
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By Dean Crawford
Some monsters only exist in nightmares - others exist for real . . .
While hunting in the Nez Pearce National Forest, Idaho, two men are just about to take a prize-winning shot when their prey unexpectedly bolts. From the forest behind them lunges a huge, horrific creature that crushes one man and tears after the other in a loping mass of rage.
Just as he has embarked on a search to find his missing fiancée, Ethan Warner and his partner, Nicola Lopez, are summoned to a meeting with Doug Jarvis of the Defence Intelligence Agency at a research laboratory outside the city. There, they learn that they are being sent north to interview Jesse MacCarthy, a man accused of a double homicide.
But all is not as it seems. Jesse swears blind that the other men were killed by a monster. But as Warner and Lopez dig deeper, they uncover a military secret that has been kept under wraps for generations, an experiment that went terribly wrong, and danger lurking in the highest echelons of the US government.
NY. Simon and Schuster. 2013. 528p.
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By Susan Hill
A woman vanishes in the fog up on 'the Hill', an area locally known for its tranquility and peace. The police are not alarmed; people usually disappear for their own reasons. But when a young girl, an old man and even a dog disappear no one can deny that something untoward is happening in this quiet cathedral town. Young policewoman Freya Graffham is assigned to the case, she's new to the job, compassionate, inquisitive, dedicated and needs to know - perhaps too much. She and the enigmatic detective Chief Inspector Simon Serrailler have the task of unraveling the mystery behind this gruesome sequence of events. From the passages revealing the killer's mind to the final heart-stopping twist, "The Various Haunts of Men" is an astounding and masterly crime debut and is the first in a magnificent series featuring Simon Serrailler.
NY. Vintage. 2004. 557p.
