Mediaspeak

This book defines and analyzes the content structure and values of three predominant types of public discourse which are labeled Doublespeak Salespeak and Sensationspeak. These media messages are examined to determine how they are constructed and how they influence individuals ideology and culture. Discussions are illustrated with a diverse range of examples from popular culture magazines Internet sites politics television and film. Fox argues that the Information Age has replaced actual reality with representations of reality. He states that electronic media dominates our lives. Together these three voices saturate media and technology profoundly influencing American culture. Fox suggests specific strategies for recognizing and understanding these coded messages.This lively and informative discussion will appeal to anyone who is interested in learning how print and electronic media manipulate both individuals and society as a whole. The extensive research will appeal to media communications journalism and cultural studies scholars alike.