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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 ROBERTA E. PEARSON AND WILLIAM URICCHIO
FROM THE COVER: The Many Lives of the Batman is the first serious academic exploration of this intriguing cultural phenomenon. Marketing savvy alone did not build the Batman's extraordinary success; it encompasses a variety of audiences who have embraced the hero through a collage of different media manifestations during his fifty-year history. Batman's overlapping lives are illuminated in this critical anthology, which analyzes the contexts of the character's production and reception across a wide spectrum of time and media forms.
NY. Routledge. 1991. 225p
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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 Alex Adams
"Political Torture in Popular Culture" by Alex Adams offers an insightful exploration into the complex intersections between entertainment media and real-world political discourse surrounding torture, particularly in the aftermath of 9/11. Adams delves into the ways in which popular culture represents and shapes public perceptions of torture, shedding light on the broader implications of these representations on societal attitudes and policy debates. Through meticulous analysis and compelling examples, this book invites readers to critically examine the influence of media depictions on the wider socio-political landscape. A must-read for those interested in understanding the interconnectedness of popular culture, politics, and moral complexities in contemporary society."
NY. Routledge. 2016. 214p.
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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 DORIS A. GRABER
In Crime News and the Public, the author delves into the intricate relationship between crime reporting and the public perception of crime. This insightful book explores how media coverage of criminal events shapes our understanding of crime, criminals, and the criminal justice system. Through a series of thought-provoking analyses and real-world examples, the author challenges readers to question the impact of sensationalized crime stories on society.
From dissecting the role of the media in influencing public fear to investigating the ethics of crime reporting, Crime News and the Public offers a comprehensive examination of the complex dynamics at play. Whether you're a journalist, a criminologist, or simply a concerned citizen, this book is a must-read that will leave you questioning the narratives presented in the news and the implications they hold for our communities.
Praeger, 1980, 239 pages
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By Dudley Andrew
Concepts in Film Theory is a continuation of Dudley Andrew's classic, The Major Film Theories. In writing now about contemporary theory, Andrew focuses on the key concepts in film study -- perception, representation, signification, narrative structure, adaptation, evaluation, identification, figuration, and interpretation.
Beginning with an introductory chapter on the current state of film theory, Andrew goes on to build an overall view of film, presenting his own ideas on each concept, and giving a sense of the interdependence of these concepts. Andrew provides lucid explanations of theories which involve perceptual psychology and structuralism; semiotics and psychoanalysis; hermeneutics and genre study. His clear approach to these often obscure theories enables students to acquire the background they need to enrich their understanding of film -- and of art.
Oxford University Press, 1984, 239 pages
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By Neil Postman
Amusing Ourselves to Death: Public Discourse in the Age of Show Business by Neil Postman offers a thought-provoking analysis of how modern society's obsession with entertainment has significantly influenced public discourse. Published in 1985, Postman's insights remain relevant today as he explores the ways in which television and media shape our understanding of important issues. Through compelling arguments and examples, the book challenges readers to consider the impact of a culture that prioritizes spectacle over substance. A must-read for those interested in media studies, communication, and the intersection of technology and society.
Penguin, Dec 27, 2005, 184 pages
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By Stuart Ewen
All Consuming Images by Stuart Ewen dives deep into the world of consumer culture, exploring the powerful influence of images on our society. Ewen takes readers on a thought-provoking journey examining how advertising, media, and propaganda shape our desires, beliefs, and behaviors.
Through insightful analysis and engaging examples, Ewen uncovers the ways in which images have become central to modern life, driving consumerism and shaping our collective consciousness. This book challenges readers to question the pervasive influence of visual culture and consider the implications of our image-saturated world.
With meticulous research and a critical perspective, All Consuming Images offers a compelling exploration of the intersection between image, power, and consumption in contemporary society. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of our media-driven world.
Basic Books, 1999, 306 pages
Sarah J. Jackson
“It is clear in news coverage of recent uprisings for Black life that journalists and media organizations struggle to reconcile the fact of ongoing racism with narratives of U.S. progress. Bound up in this struggle is how collective memory—or rather whose collective memory—shapes the practices of news-making. Here I interrogate how television news shapes collective memory of Black activism through analysis of a unique moment when protests over police abuse of Black people became newsworthy simultaneous with widespread commemorations of the civil rights movement. I detail the complex terrain of nostalgia and misremembering that provides cover for moderate and conservative delegitimization of contemporary Black activism. At the same time, counter-memories, introduced most often by members of the Black public sphere, o ff er alternative, actionable, and comprehensive interpretations of Black protest.”
Communication, Culture and Critique 00 (2021) 1–20.
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Regina Janes
FROM THE PREFACE: Why should anyone, especially sophisticated people like you and me, regard so widespread a cultural practice as beheadings as repellent? About 160,000 years ago, homo sapiens idaltu separated heads from bodies.' Homo sapiens sapiens still does. Disagreeable, fascinating, horrific, laughable, headless bodies and bodiless heads are all around us. Tim Burton, whose Sleepy Hollow (1999) sent heads flying, claims severed heads create unease that one cannot put one's finger on.? Garrison Keillor begins the millennium with a snowboarding beheading in Lake Wobegon where "we don't have many beheadings."3 Snoopy horrifies himself by accidentally beheading a snowman. Decapitating murderers horrify the rest of us, populating our prisons, our films, and our fictions. Horror or comedy: decapitation owes its current characteristic shudder to the placement of violence within the modern ideology of the body. Decapitation, like other mutilations, makes visible a violence that the west has been campaigning to make invisible since the seventeenth century, when our body-based ideology begins to emerge.
NEW YORK UNIVERSITY PRESS. New York and London. 2005. 266p.
By Thom Snaphaan & Teun van Ruitenburg
This article presents a further development of the existing crime scripting framework to enhance insight in the financial aspects of profit-driven crime: financial crime scripting. By drawing on the foundations of crime script analysis, financial crime scripting allows to generate, organise and systematise knowledge about the financial aspects of the crime commission processes of a variety of crime types, and accounts for linking the dots with financial crimes, such as bribery, bankruptcy fraud and money laundering. Viewing these financial crimes as supporting or succeeding offences in light of profit-driven crimes, and at the same time providing guidance to analyse these offences as profit-driven crimes in itself, opens the door for detailed analyses without losing sight of the bigger picture, i.e., the interconnectedness with other crimes. This analytical method helps crime researchers to take into account the financial aspects of crime-commission processes in crime script analyses and could help law enforcement agencies and other crime prevention partners to go beyond a proceeds-of-crime approach and put a follow-the-money approach in practice. Financial crime scripting takes full account of the financial aspects of profit-driven crime and puts relevant concepts in broader perspective, enhancing understanding with conceptual clarity. In addition to outlining the framework, the relevance for policy and practice is unravelled and avenues for future research are discussed.
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By Victor D van Santvoord and Teun van Ruitenburg
The Netherlands operates as a distribution hub for cocaine, due to its transit characteristics cocaine is imported from South America and distributed to the rest of Europe. To enhance the financial approach to organized crimes, this article proposes a new crime script: a financial crime script. With a special focus on the importing stage, 76 Dutch court rulings are analyzed to make a first financial crime script. This financial crime script provides new insight into the proceeds, costs, and means of payment of criminal organizations and therefore could aid law enforcement in calculating criminal gains.
The Police JournalVolume 96, Issue 3, September 2023, Pages 374-389
Editors: Christiane Kruse, Birgit Meyer, and Anne-Marie Korte
What makes an image offensive? — This question is addressed in this volume. It explores tensions and debates about offensive images and performative practices in various settings in and beyond Europe. Its basic premise is that a deeper understanding of what is at stake in these tensions and debates calls for a multidisciplinary conversation. The authors focus on images that appear to trigger strongly negative reactions; images that are perceived as insulting or offensive; those subject to taboos and restrictions; or those that are condemned as blasphemous. In light of recurrent acts of violence leveled against images and symbols in the contemporary, globally entangled world, addressing instances of “icono-clash” (Bruno Latour) from a new post-secular, global perspective has become a matter of urgency.
Leiden: Brill - Schöningh and Fink Social Sciences, 2018. 383p.
