""Journalism is often said to be the first rough draft of history.
The most interesting aspect of this book is that Anna Arutunyan, an
American-trained journalist working in Moscow, provides an
insider's view of Russian journalism from a valuable perspective.
As a result, the book gives a level of detail and anecdote about
media personalities and outlets that is both informative and
interesting."
Sarah Oates, Slavonic and East European Review April 2011."
This book introduces readers to the Russian media, its current
landscape, and its history by outlining the chief challenges faced
by Russian journalists on their quest for media freedom.
Focusing on how the Government has traditionally controlled the
media through censorship, financial involvement, and relations
between media moguls and the State, the book analyses to what
extent the Russian media has become 'free' since the fall of
Communism. The author questions whether freedom is possible at all
in a society where the media has traditionally been so closely
linked to the State.
There are chapters on different forms of media including print,
television, radio and the Internet. Each chapter identifies the
main hurdles faced by the particular medium and considers the
potential it has for becoming truly independent.
Key features include: Vivid examples and case studies of the
power play between television and the State during the tumultuous
1990s Clear outline of various different forms of media
Comprehensive historical overview supported with examples from
relevant publications Drawing on her own experience as a
professional journalist, the author, provides a first hand account
of what journalists in Russia are encountering today. This position
allows the author to frankly discuss the tangible issues that
impact those involved in the media and their audiences.
By providing both a description of the current situation and an
overview of Russian media history, " The Media in Russia" offers a
unique introduction to the field and is key reading for students
across various disciplines including Russian studies, media studies
and politics.
General
Imprint: |
Open University Press
|
Country of origin: |
United Kingdom |
Series: |
UK Higher Education OUP Humanities & Social Sciences Media, Film & Cultural Studies |
Release date: |
September 2009 |
First published: |
2009 |
Authors: |
Anna Arutunyan
|
Dimensions: |
90 x 60 x 5mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Paperback
|
Pages: |
200 |
Edition: |
Ed |
ISBN-13: |
978-0-335-22889-8 |
Categories: |
Books >
Reference & Interdisciplinary >
Communication studies >
Media studies
|
LSN: |
0-335-22889-5 |
Barcode: |
9780335228898 |
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