The The Harms of Crime Media: Essays on the Perpetuation of Racism, Sexism and C

Description: The The Harms of Crime Media by Denise L. Bissler, Joan L. Conners "This collection offers a sociological analysis of race, class, and gender stereotypes within crime media. Essays discuss particular examples of inequalities and stereotypes, consider the implications of such portrayals, and demonstrate how they influence the publics expectations and beliefs about real-world crime"--Provided by publisher. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description A scan of todays television programming reveals numerous media stories, factual and fictional, featuring some aspect of crime. These depictions can stray far from reality, especially with respect to gender, race, and class. This collection offers a sociological analysis of race, class, and gender stereotypes within crime media. Essays discuss particular examples of inequalities and stereotypes, consider the implications of such portrayals, and demonstrate how they influence the publics expectations and beliefs about real-world crime. Author Biography Denise L. Bissler is an associate professor of sociology at Randolph-Macon College. Her work has been published in Teaching Sociology; Innovative Techniques for Teaching Sociological Concepts and Free Inquiry of Creative Sociology. Joan L. Conners is an associate professor of communication studies at Randolph-Macon College. Her work has been published in American Behavioral Scientist, PS: Political Science and Politics, and Harvard International Journal of Press and Politics. Table of Contents Table of ContentsPreface Introduction: Media, Crime and HegemonyGARY W. POTTER and VICTOR E. KAPPELER Constructing and Reconstructing Female Sexual Assault Victims Within the MediaVENESSA GARCIA18The Social Construction of Serial Murder Victims: A Multivariate Level AnalysisJANELLE M. ELIASSON- NANNINI and DEIRDRE SOMMERLAD- ROGERS "These kids are killing each other": Gender- Neutral vs. Gender-Specific Framing in the School Shooting Media DiscourseBRIAN KNOP The Social Construction of Methamphetamine in the Print MediaTERESA ROACH Media vs. Reality: Who Is the Real Female Sex Offender?BRIDGET A. HEPNER-WILLIAMSON Monstrous, Demonic and Evil: Media Constructs of Women Who KillKATE WHITELEY Gangs, Politics and Media: Lessons from the New York Chapter of the Almighty Latin King and Queen NationLOUIS KONTOS Inequalities in CSI: Crime Scene Investigation: Stereotypes in the CSI InvestigatorsDENISE L. BISSLER and JOAN L. CONNERS "Who are you?" Shared Responsibility and the Victims of CSI: Crime Scene InvestigationKATHERINE FOSS Macho Cops, Corner Boys and Soldiers: The Construction of Race and Masculinity on HBOs The WireLINDA WALDRON and CHERYL CHAMBERS Fictionalized Women in Trouble: An Exploration of the Television Crime Drama CSI: MiamiSARAH RIZUN Ripped from the Headlines: The Depiction of Sexual Orientation– Based Hate Crimes in Television Crime DramasNICHOLAS GUITTAR Crime News Sources and Crime Views: The Relationship Between News Media Exposure Patterns and Whites Opinions about Criminal Justice IssuesALICIA D. SIMMONS Conclusion: Cultivating Bias in the MediaJACK LEVIN and ERIC MADFIS About the Contributors Index Review "Highly recommended"—Choice; "scholarly essays on the media portrayal of crime, and the problems therein"—Reference & Research Book News. Review Quote "Highly recommended"-- Choice ; "scholarly essays on the media portrayal of crime, and the problems therein"-- Reference & Research Book News . Details ISBN0786463805 Short Title HARMS OF CRIME MEDIA Language English ISBN-10 0786463805 ISBN-13 9780786463800 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2012 Subtitle Essays on the Perpetuation of Racism, Sexism and Class Stereotypes Place of Publication Jefferson, NC Country of Publication United States DEWEY 364.254 Edited by Joan L. Conners Birth 1971 Pages 262 Illustrations bibliographies, index AU Release Date 2012-03-21 NZ Release Date 2012-03-21 UK Release Date 2012-03-21 Author Joan L. Conners Audience General Publication Date 2012-03-31 US Release Date 2012-03-31 Audience Age 18 Publisher McFarland & Co Inc Imprint McFarland & Co Inc We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:159840090;

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