The world news prism
Subtitle: global information in a satellite age
By: William A. Hachten and James F. Scotton.
Contributors: Scotton, James Francis, 1932-
Edition: 7th ed.
Publisher: Blackwell Pub.
Published: 2007
Place of publication: Malden, MA
Language: eng
Number of pages: 216
ISBN-13: 9781405150576
Subjects: Foreign news; Communication, International; Journalism -- Political aspects
Description: "Written in a pithy and accessible style, this classic book brings readers up to date on major global news events. The seventh edition of this enduring text provides insights into the war on terrorism, war in Afghanistan and Iraq; quick victory ("Mission Accomplished"); long insurgency war; the Iraqi elections; and the impact of a global calamity story - the earthquake and tsunami in South Asia. This new edition also explores the impact that these happenings have had on telecommunications, technology, and the ever-expanding global media audience."--Jacket.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. [195]-197) and index.