This is a major new statement on the role of journalism in democracy from one of media and communication's leading thinkers. <b>Denis McQuail</b> leads the reader through a systematic exploration of how and why journalism and society have become so inextricably entwined and - as importantly - what this relationship should be like. It is a strong re-statement of the fundamental values that journalism aspires to. Written for students, this book:</p><p></p><p>• makes the theory accessible and relevant</p><p>• teaches the importance of journalism to power and politics</p><p>• explores the status and future of journalism as a profession</p><p>• outlines the impact and consequences of the digital</p><p>• reveals journalism as it is, but also as it should be</p><p>• takes each chapter further with guided reading list and free online journal articles.</p><p></p><p>This textbook is the perfect answer to the how and why of journalism. It is crucial reading for any student of media studies, communication studies and journalism.