An edition of The harms of crime media (2012)
The harms of crime media
essays on the perpetuation of racism, sexism and class stereotypes
By Denise L. Bissler,Joan L. Conners
Publish Date
2012
Publisher
McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers
Language
eng
Pages
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Description:
"This collection offers a sociological analysis of race, class, and gender stereotypes within crime media. Essays discuss particular examples of inequalities and stereotypes, consider the implications of such portrayals, and demonstrate how they influence the public's expectations and beliefs about real-world crime"--Provided by publisher.
subjects: Sexism in mass media, Victims of crimes in mass media, Detective and mystery television programs, Television broadcasting of news, Mass media and crime, Crime in mass media, Racism in mass media, Social classes in mass media, Objectivity, Mass media and criminal justice
Places: United States