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Berry, David, 1960-

Journalism, ethics and society / David Berry. - Oxon ; New York : Routledge / Taylor & Francis Group, 2016. - 157 p. ; 24 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Cover; Contents; Introduction; 1 History and Context: News and Newspapers; 2 Journalism; 3 The Liberal Theory of the Press: Spirit of Liberalism and Residual Meanings in the Present; 4 Media Ethics and Society: Journalism and Responsibilities; 5 Truth and Objectivity; Bibliography; Index.


This comprehensive volume provides a critical analysis of debates within media ethics in relation to the purpose of news and journalism within society. Its timely and topical analysis focuses on two of the most central concepts within these areas: the US based Public Journalism 'movement' and European Union media policies. It is essential reading for students and researchers within the field of media, cultural studies, journalism and philosophy.

ISBN: 9780754647805 (hbk. : alk. paper)

LCCN: 2008028431

Nat. Bib. No.: GBA888403 bnb

Nat. Bib. Agency Control No.: 014668745 Uk

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Journalistic ethics.

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Index Terms--Genre/Form: --Reading book

Dewey Class. No.: 070.4 / BER