Journalism, Technology and Cultural Practice

Martin Conboy is Emeritus Professor of Journalism History at the University of Sheffield. Published widely in journals and edited volumes, most notably, he has produced eight single-authored books on the language, culture and history of journalism.

• Preface AcknowledgementsChapter One Print and journalism: the contexts of technology Chapter Two: Journalism: industrial capitalism and civic claims Chapter Three: The recurring issue of the image in news Chapter Four: Radio journalism: The power of the voice Chapter Five: Television journalism: entertainment and authority Chapter Six: Print’s gestation: between broadcasting and the digital Chapter Seven: Profit and control in the digital era Chapter Eight: Consumption and contribution in the digital era

'In this engaging exploration of the complex ways in which the story of journalism is interwoven with social and technological evolution, Martin Conboy offers an elegant response to the challenge of writing a history that captures both change and continuity without distorting either... Journalism, Technology and Cultural Practice is exceptionally well-documented and beautifully written, serving up nuggets of insight on virtually every page. The author’s evident love of his subject, and his wide-ranging knowledge of journalism’s deep roots, make this book an enlightening joy to read.'Jane B Singer, Media International Australia