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An undisputed classic, the Fourth Edition of this bestselling media studies text offers an unparalleled analysis of the cultural industries.Bringing together a huge range of research, theory and key concepts, David Hesmondhalgh provides an accessible yet critical exploration of cultural production and consumption in the global media landscape. This new edition: Analyses the influence of IT and tech companies like Google, Apple, Amazon and Facebook on the cultural industries.Discusses the impact of digital technologies on industries such as music, TV, newspapers, books and digital games.Explores the effects of digitalisation on culture, discussing critical issues like participation, power, commercialism, surveillance, andlabour.Examines the changing conceptions of audiences, and the increasing influence of market research, audience tracking and advertising.As one of the most read, most studied and most cited books in the field, this Fourth Edition is an essential resource for students and resear
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