{"title":"David Welch","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the intriguing world of political communication with the works of David Welch, a distinguished author whose expertise lies in the fields of propaganda and political history. His insightful collection, including notable titles like \u003cem\u003eThe Story of Propaganda in 50 Images\u003c\/em\u003e, offers readers a unique visual journey through the influential power of propaganda in shaping public opinion and policy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDavid Welch brings a scholarly yet accessible approach to his writing, making complex political concepts understandable and engaging for everyone from academics to the casually curious. His books stand out in the \u003cstrong\u003ePolitics \u0026amp; Current Affairs\u003c\/strong\u003e genre, providing a comprehensive analysis of the ways imagery and media have been utilised to sway minds and craft narratives throughout history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiving into David Welch's works, you'll gain a critical appreciation of the dynamics of persuasion and how images have historically played a vital role in communication campaigns. Whether you're a student of history, a political enthusiast, or simply looking to expand your understanding of media influence, David Welch's expertly curated narratives offer an invaluable resource.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-story-of-propaganda-in-50-images-by-david-welch-9780712354318","title":"The Story of Propaganda in 50 Images","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePropaganda is thousands of years old. But it came of age in the 20th century, when the development of mass media (and later multimedia communications) offered a fertile ground for its dissemination, and the century's global conflicts provided the impetus needed for its growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePut simply, propaganda is the dissemination of ideas intended to convince people to think and act in a particular way and for a particular persuasive purpose. But it takes many forms, is fluid and indeed is constantly developing, most fervently in our own digital era. Terms such as 'fake news', 'post-truth', 'gate-keepers' and 'asymmetrical warfare' were unknown a decade ago yet today are now commonplace, and often cynically derided, in daily media communications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this timely and fully international book, \u003cem\u003eThe Story of Propaganda in 50 Images\u003c\/em\u003e, David Welch has selected fifty images to highlight the continuities and dis-continuities of mass-communication throughout history, be they via images, events, films or by 'propaganda by deed'. Such an approach demonstrates how changing technological innovations (such as television and the internet) have continued to shape the propaganda narrative but also demonstrate how tried and trusted forms of propaganda, such as the humble leaflet, can still prove highly effective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe fifty images included are not all necessarily the most striking; rather, they have been chosen because they illustrate recurring themes and devices (such as humour) and different mediums employed by propagandists. From early Egyptian coins eulogizing Alexander the Great to the psychological warfare used in the war against terrorism following the destruction of the Twin Towers in New York, and the use of social media employed so widely in the current Covid pandemic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette New Zealand Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46850896232684,"sku":"9780712354318","price":49.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/16929793482441.jpg?v=1759098342"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/david-welch.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}