Sage
This book covers the key concepts central to understanding recent developments in media and communications studies. Its index also provides further points of entry. Wide-ranging in scope and accessible in style it sets out a useful, clear map of the important theories, methods and debates.
The entries critically explore the limits of a key concept as much as the traditions that define it. They include clear definitions, are introduced within the wider context of the field and each one:
• is fully cross-referenced
• is appropriately illustrated by the use of examples, tables and diagrams
• provides a guide to further reading
This book is an essential resource for students in media and communications and for those studying sociology, cultural sociology, cultural studies and sociology of media.
