Cet auteur explore la relation complexe entre les médias et la culture, examinant ses manifestations dans le cinéma, la télévision et les nouveaux paysages numériques. Son travail examine de manière critique les intersections de la classe, du genre et de la race, en étudiant comment ces constructions sociales façonnent notre compréhension de la citoyenneté et de la théorie politique. S'appuyant sur les études culturelles et la théorie sociale, l'approche de l'auteur se caractérise par une perspective interdisciplinaire rigoureuse. Par le biais de rôles éditoriaux étendus et de contributions académiques, il façonne le discours sur le travail culturel et la politique.
In a world ever more complex and media-saturated, what is the value of the truth? This text provides an examination of how television, magazines, film and museums influence the way our society conceptualizes such issues as citizenship, democracy, nationhood, globalization, truth and fiction.
This work outlines the theories and approaches to the study of television in an accessible form for students. It is divided into four sections - forms of knowledge, audiences, gender and race. It discusses many television texts including "Star Trek", "Kung Fu" and "Sesame Street".
Exploring the contemporary concept of citizenship, this book offers a dynamic and thought-provoking analysis of its significance in modern society. It delves into the rights, responsibilities, and identity associated with being a citizen, addressing how these elements shape individuals' lives and communities. Through engaging discussions, the author challenges traditional notions and encourages readers to rethink their understanding of civic engagement and belonging in today's world.
Offering the first comprehensive and international work on cultural policy, Toby Miller and George Yudice have produced a landmark work in the emerging field of cultural policy. Rigorous in its field of survey and astute in its critical commentary it enables students to gain a global grounding in cultural policy.
Engaging with journalism through the lens of cultural studies, this book explores essential claims about the profession while tackling its most pressing contemporary issues, including critiques of journalistic practices, the quest for objectivity, and the insecurity faced by journalists today.
Exploring the evolution of masculinity in contemporary media, the book examines how a new breed of man, influenced by Judd Apatow's films, sitcoms, and music, struggles to adapt to changing societal norms. Derek A. Burrill offers a critical analysis of men's self-perception, steering clear of victim narratives, to reveal insights into their identities within the cultural landscape. Through this lens, the work highlights the complexities and challenges faced by modern men in understanding their roles in a rapidly evolving world.
Toby Miller, a Distinguished Professor at the University of California, Riverside, explores the intersections of media, culture, and society through his works. He examines themes such as cosmopolitanism, consumerism, and the impact of television in a neoliberal context. In addition to his scholarly contributions, he engages a wider audience through his cultural studies podcast, enhancing the discourse on contemporary cultural issues.
This book spans an array of contemporary topics and issues not normally tackled by a single writer – the media, genetic engineering, fast food, environmental pollution, climate change, economic inequality, political manipulations, sports, and religion.
Is democracy a force for good or something much more dangerous?
