Understanding Journalism

John Wilson is a freelance media consultant. He has wide journalistic experience in both radio and television and was formerly editorial policy controller for the BBC.

• Preface; Chapter one – the contest; Chapter two – regulators; Chapter three – editorial values; Chapter four – trouble spots; Chapter five – violent events; Chapter six – special treatment; Chapter seven – disputed practices; Chapter eight – politics; Chapter nine – state interests Chapter ten – the public; Chapter eleven – social values; Chapter twelve – regional values; Chapter thirteen – the law

'Because the book is written by an intelligent, theorising practitioner students of both practical "journalism" and theoretical "media studies" should find it invaluable as a reference work, a first-aid kit and a revision tool.' - Harriet Gilbert, City University'This book is essential reading for anybody entering the profession of journalism - and for those already in it!' - Peter Geraghty'John Wilson has created a journalist's ethical dictionary that reads like a novel. It holds the interest when held at length, and contains pithy definitions and sensitive explanations of a wide range of key journalistic topics. It is a book for all journalism students who need to be prepared for the dilemmas of newsroom and editorial life.' - Paul Needle, City University