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- Genuinely introductory; the focus on two concepts only allows for proper indepth coverage rather than a superficial overview
Wide and still fastexpanding market
Lively presentation of material, engagingly as well as clearly written
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Beginning with the basic components of image analysis, from lighting and viewpoint, it goes on to examine the contribution of semiotics to our understanding of the messages images convey. It then considers theoretical debates around authorial intent, `preferred' readings, ideology and discourse. In its second part, the book explores the web of construction and interpretation involved in representation and looks at important issues to do with stereotyping, propaganda, realism and the documentary.
Laced with graphic and memorable examples and case studies taken from a range of contemporary and class media texts, and interspersed with brief suggestions for further activity or study, the book offers a lucid review of key theories that pays due attention to their practical application. As such, it will be of value and relevance to students on a range of different courses, who are in need of a balanced and in-depth guide.
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Book Title: Image and Representation
Book Subtitle: Key Concepts in Media Studies
Authors: Nick Lacey
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-349-26712-5
Publisher: Red Globe Press London
eBook Packages: Palgrave Literature & Performing Arts Collection, Literature, Cultural and Media Studies (R0)
Copyright Information: Macmillan Publishers Limited 1998
Edition Number: 1
Number of Pages: X, 256
Additional Information: Previously published under the imprint Palgrave
Topics: Sociology of Education, Sociology of Education, Literary Theory, Cultural Theory, Cultural and Media Studies, general, Media Studies