| The Idea of Public Journalism Contributor(s): Glasser, Theodore L. (Editor) |
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ISBN: 157230460X ISBN-13: 9781572304604 Publisher: Guilford Publications OUR PRICE: $35.15 Product Type: Paperback Published: May 1999 Annotation: This volume offers a critical and constructive examination of the claims of public journalism, the controversial movement aimed at getting the press to promote and indeed improve--not merely report on--the quality of public life. From leading contributors, original essays refine the terms of the debate by situating it within a broad cultural, historical, and philosophical framework. Exploring the movement's promise as well as its problems, the book sheds light on vital issues of political power, freedom of expression, democratic participation, and press responsibility. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Psychology | Psychopathology - Compulsive Behavior - Language Arts & Disciplines | Journalism - Political Science | Civics & Citizenship |
| Dewey: 302.23 |
| LCCN: 99012844 |
| Series: Guilford Communication |
| Physical Information: 0.62" H x 6.08" W x 9.08" (0.85 lbs) 229 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This volume offers a critical and constructive examination of the claims of public journalism, the controversial movement aimed at getting the press to promote and indeed improve--not merely report on--the quality of public life. From leading contributors, original essays refine the terms of the debate by situating it within a broad cultural, historical, and philosophical framework. Exploring the movement's promise as well as its problems, the book sheds light on vital issues of political power, freedom of expression, democratic participation, and press responsibility. |