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Normative theories of the media : journalism in democratic societies / Clifford G. Christians ... [et al.]. - Urbana : University of Illinois Press, c2009. - xi, 275 p. : ill. ; 24 cm. - The history of communication . - History of communication. .

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Introduction. Beyond Four theories of the press -- Theory. Evolution of normative traditions -- Characteristics of normative theory -- Democracy. The principles and practice of democracy -- Roles of news media in democracy -- Roles. The monitorial role -- The facilitative role -- The radical role -- The collaborative role -- Prospects -- Media roles under challenge.

ISBN: 9780252034237 (cloth : alk. paper) 0252034236 (cloth : alk. paper) 9780252076183 (pbk. : alk. paper) 0252076184 (pbk. : alk. paper)

LCCN: 2008049081

Nat. Bib. No.: GBA966761 bnb

Nat. Bib. Agency Control No.: 015307152 Uk

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Journalism--Political aspects.
Journalism--Social aspects.
Democracy.
Press and politics.
Freedom of the press.

LC Class. No.: PN 4751 / .N67 2009