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Explore the deep connection between media logic and social reality in The Media Syndrome. Written by award-winning sociologist David L. Altheide, this book examines how media formats influence our understanding of political decisions and social issues. Over a 45-year career, Altheide has studied how these structures affect our relationships and how we perceive both public and personal events. This work provides a detailed look at the media syndrome, explaining how media shapes our expectations and reactions in daily life. It serves as a comprehensive resource for understanding the impact of mass media on society. Whether you are studying political communication or social science, this book offers a deep look into the ways media logic dictates our modern world.

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Authored by award-winning sociologist David L. Altheide, bringing 45 years of research to this summative work.

Examines how media formats and media logic affect our understanding of social issues and political decisions.

Provides a detailed description of the media syndrome and its direct impact on daily life.

Analyzes how media shapes human expectations and reactions to both public and personal events.

Ideal resource for academic courses focused on mass media and political communication.

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Release Date
21 April 2016
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