{"product_id":"digital-media-and-refugeehood-in-contemporary-australia-resistance-and-counterdiscourses-from-detention-9783031246241","title":"Digital Media and Refugeehood in Contemporary Australia: Resistance and Counter-Discourses from Detention","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThis book explores the resistance practices of refugees in Australian detention through critical, multimodal, and ethnographic discursive analysis, highlighting how they use social media to dismantle anti-refugee rhetoric. It is of interest to scholars in Digital Migration Studies, Refugee Studies, Digital Media Studies, Corpus Linguistics, and Critical Discourse Studies. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 170 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 14 March 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Springer International Publishing AG\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis captivating book delves into the profound ways in which a group of refugees navigate the complexities of the Australian detention policy through digital resistance practices. Through a rigorous combination of critical, multimodal, and ethnographic discursive analytical research, the author skillfully uncovers the deeply personal and profoundly impactful digitally mediated lived experiences of those held in Australia's offshore and onshore detention facilities. What emerges is a poignant portrayal of the resilience and ingenuity of refugees as they utilize social media platforms to challenge the dehumanizing, exclusionary, and destructive anti-refugee rhetoric that pervades the political and media landscapes of contemporary Australia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book unveils a profound exploration of how refugees employ self-representation and counter-discursive strategies on social media to dismantle the pervasive and harmful narratives that perpetuate discrimination and marginalization. It sheds light on the ways in which these practices serve as powerful tools for empowerment, resistance, and the preservation of cultural identity amidst the oppressive conditions of detention.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book holds immense relevance for academics and students engaged in the fields of Digital Migration Studies, Refugee Studies, Digital Media Studies, Corpus Linguistics, and Critical Discourse Studies, particularly Multimodal Critical Discourse Studies, and Discourse Ethnography. It offers a rich tapestry of insights and perspectives that contribute to our understanding of the complex dynamics of migration, resistance, and the role of digital media in shaping contemporary societies.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThrough its meticulous research and compelling storytelling, this book provides a valuable contribution to the ongoing dialogue about the experiences of refugees and their resilience in the face of adversity. It serves as a testament to the power of human agency and the importance of amplifying the voices of those who are marginalized and oppressed. As readers engage with the narratives presented in this book, they are invited to reflect on the broader societal implications of detention policies and the urgent need for compassion, empathy, and inclusive solutions to address the challenges faced by refugees worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 381g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 210 x 148 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9783031246241\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEdition number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1st ed. 2023\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arianna Grasso","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44203922358522,"sku":"9783031246241","price":34.15,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1682693193994_book.jpg?v=1682934978","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/digital-media-and-refugeehood-in-contemporary-australia-resistance-and-counterdiscourses-from-detention-9783031246241","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}