When Media Goes to War: Hegemonic Discourse, Public Opinion, and the Limits of Dissent

17 reviews for When Media Goes to War: Hegemonic Discourse, Public Opinion, and the Limits of Dissent

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   Rated 5 out of 5

   Khushu – February 5, 2023

   DiMaggio offers a critical perspective on how media narratives shape our understanding of war. A valuable contribution to the field.

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   Rated 5 out of 5

   Nishit Muralia – March 20, 2023

   Excellent analysis of media’s influence on public opinion during conflict. A must-read for anyone interested in media studies and political science.

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   Rated 4 out of 5

   Prerika Singh – March 30, 2023

   A bit dense, but the content is invaluable for anyone studying media and conflict. DiMaggio’s analysis is sharp and insightful.

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   Rated 4 out of 5

   Himanshu – April 18, 2023

   DiMaggio’s work is crucial for understanding the power dynamics between media and public perception. A bit academic, but worth the effort.

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   Rated 3 out of 5

   Suryansh Gautam – July 20, 2023

   A solid academic work on the role of media in war. It is insightful but requires focused reading. Not for casual readers.

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   Rated 3 out of 5

   Jasmine Kaur – July 23, 2023

   This book is dense and feels like a textbook. Although I learned a lot about media influence, it was not an easy read.

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   Rated 5 out of 5

   Neeraj Kumar Sharma – August 13, 2023

   This is a must-read for understanding the media’s influence on war and public opinion. The level of detail is great and provides great insight.

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   Rated 3 out of 5

   Khushwant Sodhi – September 13, 2023

   I was hoping for more real-world examples, the ideas in this book are very interesting and it does provide different point of views.

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   Rated 4 out of 5

   Aayush Gupta – December 15, 2023

   Challenging but rewarding. ‘When Media Goes to War’ provides a much-needed critical lens on media’s role in shaping public discourse.

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    Rated 5 out of 5

    Chahat – February 29, 2024

    This book is easy to understand the concept around media influence and public opinion. This book helps to understand different perspectives.

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    Rated 5 out of 5

    Kapil Agrawal – March 15, 2024

    A well-researched and insightful book. Provides a nuanced understanding of the complexities of media coverage during wartime. Highly recommended.

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    Satyam Bapusaheb Fasale – April 11, 2024

    A thought-provoking read, though dense at times. DiMaggio presents a compelling analysis of media influence during wartime. Some arguments felt a bit repetitive.

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    Pranav Kumar Bhardwaj – June 13, 2024

    An eye-opening examination of hegemonic discourse in war reporting. Some chapters were stronger than others, but generally insightful.

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    Rated 3 out of 5

    Sukanya Baral – August 25, 2024

    While I appreciated the depth of analysis, the book felt somewhat dry. Still, the concepts presented are essential for understanding media’s impact.

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    Pranav Gupta – August 27, 2024

    Important insights into media’s role in shaping public opinion during war. However, the writing style could be more accessible. Overall, a worthwhile read.

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    Sudhanshu Yadav – October 23, 2024

    DiMaggio’s analysis is thought-provoking and timely. I found it relevant to current events. The book could benefit from more real-world examples.

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    Rated 3 out of 5

    Jaya – November 20, 2024

    The book’s arguments are important and well-researched, offering a critical perspective. But the reading is not smooth and difficult to follow.