Using a comparative approach, this book examines how political communication and the mass media have played an important role in the consolidation of democratic institutions.
"Presents state-of-the-art research and practice in intelligence work. Describes novel tools and techniques for counterterrorism and open source intelligence. Provides perspectives on the future uses of open source intelligence. Since the 9/11 terrorist attacks in the United Sta…
This volume explores how the media (reality shows, sitcoms, television series), represent the major social classes in the United States. The author argues that the media is responsible for "misrepresenting" social class in American society. She maintains that the media puts more…
In this volume, Paolo Sigismondi explores the dynamics of global media and entertainment, specifically analyzing the implications of the global rise of non-scripted entertainment (as reality TV programs) and the impact and consequences of the Information and Communication Techno…
"We are all aware of problematic stereotypes and prejudices regarding ethnicity, race, or gender; indeed, there are many laws to discourage such discriminatory behavior. The reality is that detrimental stereotypes in the media are so numerous and pervasive that they negatively a…
"We are all aware of problematic stereotypes and prejudices regarding ethnicity, race, or gender; indeed, there are many laws to discourage such discriminatory behavior. The reality is that detrimental stereotypes in the media are so numerous and pervasive that they negatively a…
