Laurie Ouellette
A Companion to Reality Television
- ISBN 13:
- 9781119325192
- author:
- Laurie Ouellette
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- John Wiley & Sons
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 592
- Dimensions:
- 17 x 3 x 24.4 cm
- Genre:
- Society, Politics & Philosophy, Social Sciences, Communication Studies, Laurie Ouellette,A Companion to Reality Television,John Wiley & Sons,1119325196,Film, TV & Radio,Television - History & Criticism,Performing Arts,Performing Arts/Dance,Television
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
A Companion to Reality Television by Laurie Ouellette provides a comprehensive guide to the study of reality television entertainment. Covering a wide range of formats and incorporating cutting-edge work in critical, social, and political theory, this book consolidates the latest scholarship on the politics of reality television and its relationship with culture, society, identity, democracy, and "ordinary people" in the media. The book includes contributions from leading international scholars in the field, examining both primetime reality entertainment and precursors such as daytime talk shows. This authoritative collection offers a broad and nuanced understanding of reality television's significance and impact on contemporary society. By bringing together diverse perspectives and approaches, A Companion to Reality Television is an essential resource for anyone interested in media studies, sociology, or cultural analysis.