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A Social History Of The Media: From Gutenberg To The Internet
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Written By Two Leading Social And Cultural Historians, The First Edition Of A Social History Of The Media Has Become A Classic Textbook, Providing A Masterful Overview Of Communication Media And Of The Social And Cultural Contexts Within Which They Emerged And Evolved Over Time.In This New And Revised Edition, Asa Briggs And Peter Burke Have Updated Their Classic Study To Cover The Exciting Media Developments Of The Early 21St Century. In Addition To The Classic Material Exploring The Continuing Importance Of Oral And Manuscript Communication, The Rise Of Print And The Relationship Between Physical Transportation And Social Communication, A New Chapter On Multimedia Now Extends The Farreaching Scope Of This Book. New Media Technologies Are Treated In New Depth Throughout The Latter Sections And The Book Concludes With An Account Of The Convergences Associated With Digital Communication Technology, The Rise Of The Internet And The Phenomenon Of Globalization.Avoiding Technological Determinism And Rejecting Assumptions Of Straightforward Evolutionary Progress, This Book Brings Out The Rich And Varied Histories Of Communication Media. It Will Be An Ideal Text For Students In History, Media And Cultural Studies And Journalism, But It Will Also Appeal To A Wide General Readership. It Has Already Been Translated Into More Than Ten Languages.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'A Social History of the Media'? A: The book provides a comprehensive overview of communication media and the social and cultural contexts in which they have developed, from the era of Gutenberg to the digital age.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is written by Asa Briggs and Peter Burke, both of whom are recognized social and cultural historians.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the second edition of 'A Social History of the Media', which has been revised to include updates on media developments in the early 21st century.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 400 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the used book? A: The used book is in good condition, ensuring it is suitable for reading and study.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was this edition published? A: This edition of 'A Social History of the Media' was published on July 29, 2005.
- Q: Is this book suitable for students? A: Yes, it is an ideal text for students in history, media, cultural studies, and journalism, as well as for a general readership.
- Q: Does the book address digital communication technology? A: Yes, the book includes a new chapter on multimedia and discusses the impacts of digital communication technology and the internet.
- Q: Has this book been translated into other languages? A: Yes, 'A Social History of the Media' has been translated into more than ten languages, making it accessible to a diverse audience.