
American Tabloid Media and the Satanic Panic, 1970-2000
توسط
Sarah A. Hughes
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Romance
Fantasy
فرمت
جلد سخت
صفحات
282
زبان
انگلیسی
منتشر شده
Oct 28, 2021
ناشر
Palgrave Macmillan
نسخه
1st ed. 2021
ISBN-10
3030836355
ISBN-13
9783030836351
توضیحات
This book delves into a captivating and tumultuous period in American history, exploring how tabloid media played a pivotal role in shaping societal perceptions during the Satanic Panic of 1970 to 2000. The author skillfully intertwines historical events with media narratives, illustrating how sensationalism and fear-mongering led to widespread public hysteria. Through meticulously researched case studies, the text reveals the interplay between journalistic practices and the amplification of panic around alleged Satanic rituals and child abuse.
The narrative highlights how tabloid publications crafted compelling stories that fed into existing societal anxieties, often prioritizing profit over responsible reporting. By examining high-profile cases and the media frenzy that ensued, the author uncovers the consequences of misinformation and how it fueled a moral panic that permeated various facets of life, including law enforcement, family structures, and social norms.
With a focus on the cultural ramifications of the Satanic Panic, the book sheds light on the lasting impact this era has had on American society. It prompts readers to consider the manipulation of information and its broader implications, encouraging a reflective examination of how media influences public perception and policy.
Ultimately, this exploration serves as a cautionary tale about the power of the media in shaping narratives and instigating societal fear, making it a significant addition to the historical discourse on both witchcraft and media's role in societal dynamics.
The narrative highlights how tabloid publications crafted compelling stories that fed into existing societal anxieties, often prioritizing profit over responsible reporting. By examining high-profile cases and the media frenzy that ensued, the author uncovers the consequences of misinformation and how it fueled a moral panic that permeated various facets of life, including law enforcement, family structures, and social norms.
With a focus on the cultural ramifications of the Satanic Panic, the book sheds light on the lasting impact this era has had on American society. It prompts readers to consider the manipulation of information and its broader implications, encouraging a reflective examination of how media influences public perception and policy.
Ultimately, this exploration serves as a cautionary tale about the power of the media in shaping narratives and instigating societal fear, making it a significant addition to the historical discourse on both witchcraft and media's role in societal dynamics.
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