Media Studies

Bringing together a range of renowned scholars in the field this book examines eighteen key issues within contemporary media studies. Written in an accessible student-friendly style Media Studies - Key Issues and Debates is an authoritative landmark text for undergraduate students.Each individual chapter begins with a concise definition of the concept(s) under investigation. This is followed by a 5000 word discussion on the current state of play within research on the specific area. Chapters contain case-studies and illustrative materials from Europe North America Australasia and beyond. Each chapter concludes with annotated notes which guide the student-reader in terms of future study.With a preface by Denis McQuail contributors include Janet McCabe John Corner David Croteau William Hoynes Natalie Fenton Jenny Kitzinger Jeroen de Kloet Liesbet van Zoonen Sonia Livingstone and Greg Philo.