| Description |
316 pages ; 24 cm |
| Series |
Library in a book |
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Library in a book.
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| Contents |
Pt. I. Overview of the topic -- Ch. 1. The development of the news media -- Ch. 2. Perspectives and issues -- Ch. 3. The law and the news media -- Ch. 4. Chronology -- Ch. 5. Biographical listing -- Ch. 6. Glossary -- Pt. II. Guide to further research -- Ch. 7. How to research the news media -- Ch. 8. Annotated bibliography -- Ch. 9. Organizations and agencies -- Pt. III. Appendices -- App. A. News media data and trends -- App. B. New York Times v. Sullivan, 1964 -- App. C. New York Times Co. v. United States, 1971 |
| Summary |
"Power of the News Media helps readers understand the function of the news media, how it shapes attitudes, and how to evaluate its content. A useful tool for librarians, teachers, and others concerned with education and media issues, it provides a variety of perspectives and includes a bibliography of books, articles, videos and Internet sources."--BOOK JACKET |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Subject |
Broadcast journalism -- United States -- History -- 20th century.
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Press -- United States -- History -- 20th century.
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| LC no. |
2003018900 |
| ISBN |
0816047685 acid-free paper |
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