Edwards, David

Propaganda Blitz

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ISBN 13:
9780745338118
author:
Edwards, David
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Pluto Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
2018
Pages:
336
Dimensions:
19.8 x 12.9 centimetres (0.24 kg
Genre:
19.8 x 12.9 centimetres (0.32 kg, Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Media Studies,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£15.43

Description

The corporate media's influence on our perception of reality is profound. Propaganda Blitz reveals how powerful interests shape the news we consume, often distorting the truth and hiding real issues from public view. Through in-depth analysis, this book exposes the top-down campaigns behind key news stories, including war reporting and the credibility of prominent figures. It also sheds light on the media's role in shaping public opinion, particularly during high-stakes events like the Scottish independence referendum and debates over healthcare and climate change. By uncovering the mechanisms behind 'objective' journalism and the spread of misinformation, Propaganda Blitz offers a crucial critique of the corporate media landscape and provides a model for alternative forms of media activism.

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