Communication in History: Stone Age Symbols to Social Media

The eighth edition of this book provides a comprehensive and engaging history of communication and media, exploring how media has influenced social order and enabled social change. Contributions from a wide range of voices offer instructors the opportunity to customize courses, while challenging students to build upon their knowledge and skill sets. Case studies explore the Black Press, photography's impact on journalism, gender and civil rights discourses in the media, and the effects of algorithmic data on modern social media platforms. It can be used as a core text or supplemental reader for courses in communication history, communication theory, and introductory courses in communication and media studies.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 26 January 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The eighth edition of this comprehensive and engaging history of communication and media offers a thorough exploration of the field through a collection of essential, field-defining essays. The collection reveals the profound influence of media on society, both in maintaining social order and enabling significant social change. Contributions from a diverse range of voices provide instructors with the flexibility to tailor their courses to meet specific needs, while challenging students to expand their knowledge and skills. Spanning from the era of stone age symbols and early writing to the modern age of the internet and social media, this book offers an expansive and intellectually stimulating examination of the intricate relationship between human history and communication media.

New case studies delve into various aspects of the media's impact, including the Black Press, the role of photography in journalism, gender and civil rights discourses, and the consequences of algorithmic data on contemporary social media platforms. This book serves as a valuable core text or supplemental reader for courses in communication history, communication theory, and introductory courses in communication and media studies.

By delving into the historical, theoretical, and practical aspects of communication and media, this edition equips students with the knowledge and tools necessary to understand and analyze the complex dynamics of our contemporary media landscape.

Weight: 552g
Dimension: 178 x 254 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032161754
Edition number: 8 ed