Greg Philo Boeken

Focusing on significant public issues, this book compiles recent research from the Glasgow Media Group, exploring the effects of fictional violence on children and the portrayal of ethnic minorities, disasters, and the developing world. It delves into media representations of mental illness and public perceptions of risks related to health and food safety. Additionally, it analyzes media controversies, including the BSE crisis and pivotal events like the collapse of communism in Eastern Europe, offering critical insights into media influence on societal understanding.

The book examines the consequences of free market policies implemented in the late 20th century, highlighting their role in increasing inequality and violence. It explores how these economic changes contributed to the emergence of a vast criminal economy and led to the deterioration of social and cultural life, offering a critical analysis of the interplay between economic systems and societal impacts.

This book offers a comprehensive and user-friendly introduction to its subject, making it perfect for beginners. It stands out for its accuracy and relevance, providing the latest insights and information. Readers can expect a clear and engaging exploration that demystifies complex concepts, ensuring a solid foundation for further study.

Jointly written by five leading voices on the topic, this book looks at the contentious issue of antisemitism in the Labour Party today, and sets out ways of addressing the problem while maintaining the integrity of the organisation. The first part of the book includes original material on public beliefs about antisemitism in the Labour Party, and the kinds of problems this poses regarding voting intentions and demoralization of the membership. The writers then investigate the institutional problems and policy decisions that prevented a coherent and well-planned response from the party, and how Labour can rectify this today. The book progresses to explore in depth the coverage of the issue in mainstream media outlets, and the partial accounts presented to the public. The writers focus on the debates around the IHRA definition, and the accusations made against David Miller which were eventually dismissed and set an important precedent. At the end of the book, Mike Berry provides a helpful chronological account of the arguments surrounding this issue from the beginning of Corbyn's leadership to the present.