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A Classic Case
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A Classic Case

From: The Trauma Beat

In this chapter, Cherry discusses the prevalence of "journalism trauma" among crime reporters. She interviews former colleagues and discusses her experience with PTSD (post-traumatic … 15 $1.50 Add
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A Great Lead Forward… for the Abuse of Power

A Great Lead Forward… for the Abuse of Power

From: Reset

Chapter 3 broadens out and scrutinizes the ways in which social media and other related digital technologies have contributed to what Deibert calls a “great leap forward in technologies of … 58 $5.80 Add
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A Morally Presumptive Chorus
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A Morally Presumptive Chorus

From: The Trauma Beat

In this chapter, Cherry discusses the various aspects of a victim’s life that impact how their character is presented, and the tone in which their story is told. Cherry examines how race … 20 $2.00 Add
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A Movie-Struck Kid From Detroit
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A Movie-Struck Kid From Detroit

Going Deeper into Movies

From: Thinking While Black

In this chapter the author examined the revolutionary ideas and culture of 1960’s Detroit through Armond White’s reviews of various media (film, theatre, music, and literature) … 20 $2.00 Add
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A New Approach to Culture and Trade

A New Approach to Culture and Trade

From: Canadian Culture in a Globalized World

Measures and methods that can protect Canadian cultural identity. Using Canada’s trade relationship with China as an example, offers a blueprint for trade agreements that can protect … 15 $1.50 Add
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A Politically Correct Uncle Tom and an In-Your-Face Topsy

A Politically Correct Uncle Tom and an In-Your-Face Topsy

From: Uncle

In this chapter, Thompson explores the meanings of the made-for-TV movie version of Uncle Tom’s Cabin. 12 $1.20 Add
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A Rational Human Being
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A Rational Human Being

From: The Trauma Beat

In this chapter, Cherry narrates her discussion with a fellow crime reporter. They discuss the psychological damage created by a career centred on violence and tragedy. They explore how this … 12 $1.20 Add
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A Strange and Lonely Trauma
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A Strange and Lonely Trauma

From: The Trauma Beat

In this chapter, Cherry examines the ethical issues surrounding media coverage of mass shootings. Examining how the competitive and urgent nature of crime reporting leads to interviewing … 17 $1.70 Add
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Additional Images and Details
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Additional Images and Details

From: Inside the Montreal Mafia

Additional images and details. ; 16 $1.60 Add
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Advertising Black Buddies

Advertising Black Buddies

From: Uncle

This chapter explores the career of Michael Jordan, who Thompson suggests was used to sell white America not just consumer products, but also a squeaky-clean image of Black masculinity. 9 $0.90 Add
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Afterword

Afterword

From: Disfigured

The afterword reflects on portrayals of disability and wheelchair use in recent media. 9 $0.90 Add
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Amos 'n' Andy

Amos ‘n’ Andy

From: Uncle

In this chapter, Thompson explores the role of radio in perpetuating caricatures of Blackness. 5 $0.50 Add
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Appropriating the Image

Appropriating the Image

Part III

From: The Imaginary Indian

Citing the example of General Motors and their Pontiac cars produced since 1925, the author explains the final stage in the creation of the Imaginary Indian. Not only are Indian images used to … 24 $2.40 Add
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Appropriating the Image

Part III

From: The Imaginary Indian, 1st Edition

Citing the example of General Motors and their Pontiac cars produced since 1925, the author explains the final stage in the creation of the Imaginary Indian. Not only are Indian images used to … 24 $0.48 Add
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April 2020: Disaster in Residential Care

April 2020: Disaster in Residential Care

From: Spin Doctors

This chapter examines how Covid-19 impacted aged care facilities and residential homes. Loreto explores how politicians contributed to the rising death tolls of Canada’s elderly population, … 27 $2.70 Add
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"Are You Impressed?"
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"Are You Impressed?"

From: Inside the Montreal Mafia

The authors discuss their history with Andrew Scoppa and their interest in and knowledge of organized crime. Félix Séguin recounts his first meeting with Scoppa. ; 8 $0.80 Add