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Review: "A comprehensive introduction to the history of journalism. A timely assessment of the challenges journalism is likely to face in the future."
-James Rodgers, BBC Moscow correspondent
"A veritable tour de force. A highly erudite, panoramic sweep of journalism. Ideal as a primer in news literacy."
-Maria B. Marron, Professor of Journalism and Chair of Department, Central Michigan University
"A terrific primer that covers all the bases. It"s a must-read for anyone taking their first steps in journalism. Excellent."
-Professor Adrian Monck, Formerly Head of Journalism and Publishing at City University, now works for the World Economic Forum in Geneva
Description: From political scandal to celebrity mishaps, journalism is essential to modern life. It facilitates democracy, educates the world and gives a voice to the voiceless. But it also trivialises important issues, chases advertising and serves political interests. With paid newspaper circulation declining in the West, is the search for truth being overwhelmed by the quest for profit? As the digital revolution gathers pace, how should journalism adapt?
Negotiating the world of vast media conglomerates, 24-hour news networks, legal frameworks and military embeds, this captivating guide examines the role and day-to-day workings of twenty-first-century journalism. Packed with examples and covering the latest developments in multiplatform media - from Twitter to online video - this is the perfect introduction to an ancient craft with an uncertain future.
Contents: From muck-raking to multi-tasking: a brief history of news-making • The news-making process • Global news for local audiences • "Like penguins round an ice-hole":the law and ethics of journalism • "We"re all content providers now": journalism and technology • Jounalism during conflict • What is the future of journalism? .ISBN - 9781851687039
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Pages : 168
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