Sports Journalism
«The most thorough delineation of the mechanics of sports writing is encompassed in this excellent work. But just as importantly, if not moreso, is the emphasis on how the best sports writing conveys the social and cultural context within the games sports writers report on; and the depth and variability of human behavior by those who play, and those who witness their play. »
Al Barkow, Former editor of Golf Magazine, Author of USGA Book Award winner Gettin’ to the Dance Flo
The second edition of Sports Journalism: An Introduction to Reporting and Writing has passed the test of time, been used in classrooms internationally, received approval and praise from professors and students, and now it, too, has moved into the new environment of sports media. Les mer
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Inside this new edition you’ll find
• Three new chapters devoted to the evolution from a daily news source to a 24/7 news cycle.
• Interviews with journalists whose circulation is measured in the number of Twitter followers he or she has.
• A chapter encouraging discussion of ethical issues affecting today’s athletes: Should college athletes be paid to compete? Can play be too violent? Is there a level playing field for men and women? How should eligibility be determined for athletes who may be transitioning their gender identity?
• A glossary that includes terms such as ‘hot takes,’ ‘scrum,’ ‘trolls.’
Detaljer
- Forlag
- Rowman & Littlefield
- Innbinding
- Paperback
- Språk
- Engelsk
- ISBN
- 9781538117866
- Utgave
- 2. utg.
- Utgivelsesår
- 2019
- Format
- 26 x 18 cm
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«The most thorough delineation of the mechanics of sports writing is encompassed in this excellent work. But just as importantly, if not moreso, is the emphasis on how the best sports writing conveys the social and cultural context within the games sports writers report on; and the depth and variability of human behavior by those who play, and those who witness their play. »
Al Barkow, Former editor of Golf Magazine, Author of USGA Book Award winner Gettin’ to the Dance Flo