Journalism Theory, Context and Practice

by Anita Biressi, Heather Nunn

Theory, Context and Practice is a brand-new textbook which examines the theoretical, historical, social, and cultural contexts of journalism. Throughout, commentary from practicing journalists and practical exercises ensure that all debates remained firmly grounded in the realities
of being a journalist.

Part One will introduce media theory and debates about journalism as a textual system as well as an overview of the historical development of journalism. Part Two will focus on a range of genres -- including current affairs, political journalism, alternative news, lifestyle journalism, review
journalism, and celebrity journalism -- and illustrate how the critical models introduced in Part One can be applied to specifc texts.

Theory, Context and Practice will be invaluable for all students wishing to studying journalism in context.

480 pages, Paperback

First published July 1, 2010