The first three editions of A Social History of the Media have become classics, providing an overview of communication media and the social and cultural contexts in which they originated and evolved. This fourth edition has been thoroughly revised and updated to reflect the latest developments in the field of media history.
Content updates
- Extensive introduction to secondary literature and theory that inform media history today.
- New eighth chapter that delves into the revolutionary media shifts in the 21st century, with emphasis on social and participatory media.
- Emphasis on avoiding technological determinism and simple evolutionary explanations.
Target audience and use
This teaching material is highly suitable for students and researchers who want to deepen their knowledge of the history of communication and media forms. It is applicable in education, research, and self-study.
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