News and Journalism Book Bundle - Alter, Baird, Franken, Newfield, Tannen

Description: You will receive these FIVE BOOKS on news and journalism: *Alter, J. Cecil - Early Utah Journalism*Baird, Russell N. - Penal Press*Franken, Al - Lies (and the Lying Liars Who Tell Them)*Newfield, Jack - Bread and Roses Too*Tannen, Deborah - Argument Culture TOTAL WEIGHT: 6.8 LbsTOTAL PAGES: 1,600TOTAL CONDITION: 2 Brand New, 3 in Decent Condition Alter, J. Cecil - Early Utah Journalism"Early Utah Journalism: A Half Century of Forensic Warfare, Waged by the West's Most Militant Press," by J. Cecil Alter, published by Greenwood Press: Westport, Connecticutt, 19770.LccN: 79-98803Weight: 1.35 LbsCover: HardcoverCondition: Used, DecentPages: 405 Baird, Russell N. - Penal Press"The Penal Press," by Russell N. Baird, published by Northwestern University Press: Evanston, 1967.LccN: 67-20689Weight: 1.20 LbsCover: HardcoverCondition: Used, DecentPages: 211 Franken, Al - Lies (and the Lying Liars Who Tell Them)"Lies (and the Lying Liars Who Tell Them): A Fair and Balanced Look at the Right," by Al Franken, published by Dutton, 2003.ISBN: 0-525-94764-7Weight: 1.4 LbsCover: HardcoverCondition: Brand NewPages: 379 Newfield, Jack - Bread and Roses Too"Bread and Roses Too: Reporting About America," by Jack Newfield, published by E.P. Dutton & Co., Inc.: New York, 1971.LccN: 73-148476Weight: 1.5 LbsCover: HardcoverCondition: Used, DecentPages: 429 Tannen, Deborah - Argument Culture"The Argument Culture: Moving from Debate to Dialogue," by Deborah Tannen, published by Random House: New York, 1998.ISBN: 0-679-45602-3Weight: 1.4 LbsCover: HardcoverCondition: Brand NewPages: 348 Descriptions: Alter, J. Cecil - Early Utah Journalism:From AI: Early Utah Journalism by J. Cecil Alter provides a comprehensive examination of the origins and evolution of journalism in Utah, particularly during the 19th century. Alter delves into the establishment of the first newspapers in the region, exploring how these publications played a crucial role in shaping public opinion, culture, and the political landscape of the burgeoning territory. The book discusses key figures in early Utah journalism, including editors, publishers, and writers who contributed to the development of the media landscape. Alter highlights the challenges they faced, such as limited resources, the harsh environment of the frontier, and the complexities of navigating a society heavily influenced by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church). Baird, Russell N. - Penal Press:From AI: Penal Press: A History of Prison Journals in America by Russell N. Baird offers a fascinating and unique exploration of the prison press system in the United States, focusing on the inmate-produced newspapers and journals that have been published from within correctional facilities. Baird traces the origins, development, and impact of these prison publications, showing how they serve as a vital means of expression for incarcerated individuals, as well as a reflection of the broader societal attitudes toward punishment, rehabilitation, and criminal justice. Baird examines how prison journals give inmates a voice, providing a platform for their thoughts, creative works, and critiques of the penal system. These publications often feature poetry, essays, and reflections on life behind bars, giving outsiders insight into the harsh realities of incarceration. Additionally, the prison press has often advocated for reform, addressing issues like prison conditions, civil rights for inmates, and the need for more humane approaches to justice. Franken, Al - Lies (and the Lying Liars Who Tell Them):From Publisher: Al Franken, one of our “savviest satirists” (People), has been studying the rhetoric of the Right. He has listened to their cries of “slander,” “bias,” and even “treason.” He has examined the GOP's policies of squandering our surplus, ravaging the environment, and alienating the rest of the world. He’s even watched Fox News. A lot. And, in this fair and balanced report, Al bravely and candidly exposes them all for what they are: liars. Lying, lying liars. Al destroys the liberal media bias myth by doing what his targets seem incapable of: getting his facts straight. Using the Right’s own words against them, he takes on the pundits, the politicians, and the issues, in the most talked about book of the year. Timely, provocative, unfailingly honest, and always funny, Lies sticks it to the most right-wing administration in memory, and to the right-wing media hacks who do its bidding. Newfield, Jack - Bread and Roses Too:From AI: Bread and Roses Too by Jack Newfield is a compelling exploration of labor movements and social justice struggles in the United States, with a focus on the intersection of economic inequality and civil rights. The title, taken from the famous slogan associated with a 1912 textile strike, symbolizes the fight not only for fair wages ("bread") but also for dignity and quality of life ("roses"). Newfield draws on his experiences as a journalist and activist to highlight the stories of workers, unions, and activists who challenged corporate power and fought for labor rights throughout the 20th century. In this book, Newfield traces the history of significant labor movements, from early 20th-century strikes to the battles of the 1960s and 70s, when workers aligned themselves with broader civil rights and anti-poverty campaigns. He profiles key figures in these movements and examines the tactics used by unions and labor leaders to demand better conditions, while also delving into the systemic forces that opposed them. Tannen, Deborah - Argument Culture:From Publisher: A reporter gives one side of the story and then, to be 'fair', finds an advocate for the opposite side. But what if the truth lies somewhere in the middle? Why do we see everything as either / or? In the media, in politics (particularly in the House of Commons), in our classrooms and courtrooms, issues are taken up in adversarial debate between opposite extremes rather than discussed and explored. This pervasive warlike atmosphere encourages us to believe that opposition is the best way to get anything done: the best way to explore an idea is to set up a debate; the best way to settle disputes is litigation; the best way to show you're really thinking is to criticise and attack. Tannen once again brilliantly identifies a mode of communication - the argument culture - that is getting in the way of understanding and needlessly polarising us.

Price: 39.99 USD

Location: Pawtucket, Rhode Island

End Time: 2025-01-24T02:27:13.000Z

Shipping Cost: 9.13 USD