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Rich Media, Poor Democracy: Communication Politics in Dubious Times
Robert W. McChesney
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Paperback. Num Pages: 436 pages. BIC Classification: JFD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 160 x 236 x 33. Weight in Grams: 644.
First published to great acclaim in 2000, Rich Media, Poor Democracy is Robert W. McChesney's magnum opus. Called 'a rich, penetrating study' by Noam Chomsky, the book is a meticulously researched exposition of how media and communication empires are threatening effective democratic governance. McChesney lays out his vision for what a truly democratic society might look like, offering compelling suggestions for how the media can be reformed as part of a broader program of democratic renewal. This new edition includes a major new preface by McChesney.
First published to great acclaim in 2000, Rich Media, Poor Democracy is Robert W. McChesney's magnum opus. Called 'a rich, penetrating study' by Noam Chomsky, the book is a meticulously researched exposition of how media and communication empires are threatening effective democratic governance. McChesney lays out his vision for what a truly democratic society might look like, offering compelling suggestions for how the media can be reformed as part of a broader program of democratic renewal. This new edition includes a major new preface by McChesney.
Product Details
Publisher
The New Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
Weight
646g
Number of Pages
436
Place of Publication
, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781565849754
SKU
V9781565849754
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About Robert W. McChesney
Robert W. McChesney is the Gutgsell Endowed Professor in the Department of Communication at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He is the author of some two dozen books on media and political economy, including Digital Disconnect, Communication Revolution, and the award-winning Rich Media, Poor Democracy; a co-author, with John Nichols, of Tragedy and Farce; and a co-editor, with Ben ... Read more
Reviews for Rich Media, Poor Democracy: Communication Politics in Dubious Times
"Robert W. McChesney is one of the nation's most important analysts of the media." —Howard Zinn "If Thomas Paine were around, he would have written this book. If Paul Revere was here, he would spread the word." —Bill Moyers "[McChesney] takes the beast directly by the throat." —Molly Ivins "Those who want to know ... Read more