Markham, Tim

Media and Everyday Life

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ISBN 13:: 9781350348509
author:: Markham, Tim
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Bloomsbury Academic
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2023
Pages:: 336
Dimensions:: 23.1 x 15.5 x 2 centimetres (0.4
Genre:: Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Media Studies,
Condition:: New
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Media and Everyday Life Second Edition by Tim Markham offers a fresh perspective on how modern-day media practices shape our daily lives. This accessible introduction to media studies challenges conventional views, instead exploring what people do with media in their everyday lives. By examining various facets of media, including technology, social media, and industries, the book provides a broad discussion of key trends and traditions that define the role of media in modern society. The second edition has been thoroughly updated to incorporate recent developments in media, such as new social media platforms, emerging technologies like wearables and smart speakers, and the impact of algorithms on our daily lives. The book also considers the environmental implications of digital media and our engagement with social issues and movements. This revised edition provides a thought-provoking exploration of how media influences daily social norms and cultural practices, making it an essential companion for students of media studies and anyone interested in understanding the role of media in everyday life.

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