Reporting the War: Freedom of the Press from the American Revolution to the War on Terrorism
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John Byrne Cooke's fascinating look at wartime reporting from the American Revolution to Iraq is now available in paperback. The press has consistently influenced public perception of wars, and has... This description may be from another edition of this product.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:1403975159
ISBN13:9781403975157
Release Date:January 2007
Publisher:Palgrave MacMillan
Length:272 Pages
Weight:1.15 lbs.
Dimensions:1.1" x 6.4" x 9.5"
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Americas Censorship Communication & Journalism Communication & Media Studies History Journalism & Nonfiction Language Arts Media Studies Military National & International Security Political Science Politics & Government Politics & Social Sciences Social Science Social Sciences Specific Topics Terrorism WritingCustomer Reviews
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Reporting the War is a must read for anyone who wants a better understanding of the natural tension that exists betwee the press and the government. Coork focuses primarily on wartime and elequently contrasts the difference between "live coverage" and journalism. I finished the book with a renewed sense of gratitude to those journalists who report the truth in the face of significant governmental interference and great personal risk. Cooke refreshed my awareness that freedom of the press may indeed by the most important safequard of the First Amendment and our American way of life! Kathie Ross
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