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Visual journey through media's role and influence.
If you're curious about how media shapes our society, "Introducing Media Studies" could be your gateway. This graphic guide makes complex theories accessible with engaging illustrations, perfect for visual learners. It's a thought-provoking exploration that will help you understand the media landscape like never before.
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ISBN: 9781848311848
Publisher: Icon Books
Date of Publication: 2010-07-01
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 3.27
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The media has become a condition of our existence. Introducing Media Studies explores media history and the complex relationship between the media, ideology, knowledge, and power, presenting a coherent view of the media industry, media theory, and methods in media research.
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Visual journey through media's role and influence.
If you're curious about how media shapes our society, "Introducing Media Studies" could be your gateway. This graphic guide makes complex theories accessible with engaging illustrations, perfect for visual learners. It's a thought-provoking exploration that will help you understand the media landscape like never before.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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