Controversy Mapping: A Field Guide

Controversy Mapping is the first book to introduce readers to the observation and representation of contested issues on digital media, drawing on actor-network theory and digital methods. It demonstrates how to chart actors and issues using digital fieldwork and computational techniques and has political implications.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 385 pages
\n Publication date: 22 October 2021
\n Publisher: Polity Press
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As environmental, economic, and pandemic-related disputes dominate public discourse, it is essential to develop the skills to navigate complex issues when facts are uncertain and expertise is contested.
Controversy Mapping, the first comprehensive book in this field, introduces readers to the observation and representation of contested issues on digital media. Drawing on actor-network theory and digital methods, Venturini and Munk provide a comprehensive framework for understanding and analyzing these issues. They explore the conceptual underpinnings of controversy mapping, discuss its methodological potential, and examine its political implications.
Through a series of case studies and examples, the authors demonstrate how to chart actors and issues using digital fieldwork and computational techniques. The book also features a preface by Richard Rogers and an interview with Bruno Latour, adding valuable insights and perspectives to the discourse.
As a valuable resource for students, scholars, activists, journalists, citizens, and decision-makers, Controversy Mapping offers a practical guide for navigating the complexities of the digital age. By providing a comprehensive understanding of controversy mapping and its applications, the book empowers individuals to engage more effectively in public debates and contribute to shaping a more informed and inclusive society.

\n Weight: 664g\n
Dimension: 171 x 246 x 30 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781509544516\n \n