Media and Meaning An Introduction by Colin Stewart PAPERBACK 9780851708430

Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Unlock a comprehensive understanding of media with "Media and Meaning: An Introduction." This indispensable textbook is designed for AS/A level and Higher Media Studies students, as well as those pursuing BTEC, AVCE, and GSVQ courses with a media focus, and serves as an excellent primer for undergraduate studies. It provides an accessible overview of key concepts and covers all major media forms and genres, including unique sections on new media and the internet. With extensive opportunities for practical application of media theory, illustrations, and varied activity sections, this book is ideal for both classroom study and independent learning. Written by Colin Stewart, Marc Lavelle, and Adam Kowalzke, it's a lively and engaging introduction to contemporary media. Key Features: - Covers institutions, representation, audiences, genre, language, and products across all media. - Includes unique and full treatment of new media and the internet. - Features stills, cartoons, and other illustrations. - Offers extensive coverage of film, television, radio, newspapers, and magazines. - Varied and substantial activity sections for practical learning. Product Summary: Media and Meaning: An Introduction, Paperback, English, by Colin Stewart, Marc Lavelle, Adam Kowalzke, Published 2001, ISBN 9780851708430.