"A comprehensive introduction for students of media studies. It contains the chapters that include: approaching media texts; narrative; genres and other classifications; representations; globalisation; ideologies and discourses; the business of media; new media in a new world; the future of television; and, research - skills and methods."@en
"The Media Student's Book is a comprehensive introduction for students of media studies. It covers all the key topics and provides a detailed, lively and accessible guide to concepts and debates. Now in its fifth edition, this bestselling textbook has been thoroughly revised, re-ordered and updated, with many very recent examples and expanded coverage of the most important issues currently facing media studies. It is structured in three main parts, addressing key concepts, debates, and research skills, methods and resources."
"Suitable for students of media studies, this title covers important issues facing media studies, including: approaching media texts; narrative; genres and other classifications; representations; globalisation; ideologies and discourses; the business of media; debating advertising, branding and celebrity; and, research - skills and methods."@en