{"title":"Jenny Pickerill","description":"\u003cp\u003eJenny Pickerill is a distinguished author known for her insightful contributions to the fields of politics and current affairs. With a keen focus on the interplay between technology and activism, her works provide a deep dive into the complexities of modern socio-political movements. Her expertise as a geographer and environmental social scientist shines through her writing, making her books not just informative, but also thought-provoking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her notable works is \u003cem\u003eCyberprotest\u003c\/em\u003e, a compelling exploration of how digital activism has reshaped the landscape of protest and influence. Pickerill delves into the strategies and impacts of online movements, offering readers a thorough understanding of the challenges and potentials of cyber-driven advocacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePickerill's books are essential for anyone interested in the dynamics of contemporary politics and technology. They are particularly valuable for readers who wish to comprehend the nuanced ways in which technology is transforming personal and political landscapes globally.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cyberprotest-by-jenny-pickerill-9780719063954","title":"Cyberprotest","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCyberprotest\u003c\/em\u003e, available for the first time in paperback, is an exploration of contemporary radical internet activism in Britain. It investigates the context, tensions, and outcomes of environmentalists' use of the internet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExamining a wide variety of groups—from radical direct action protesters to the political lobbying of Friends of the Earth—it allows activists to speak of their experiences, challenges, and innovations, providing a unique insight into the workings of frontline activism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInternet use in all levels of activism—from long-running campaigns to short-term intense tactics—is analysed in the quest to determine the value of this much-hyped technology. The book documents the negotiations and achievements of environmentalists both in dealing with the tensions of using environmentally damaging technology and in avoiding surveillance and counter-strategies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt also examines how they use the internet in a participatory manner, to aid mobilisation and to add to their tactical repertoire. It reflects upon the implications of these uses for political campaigning and identifies emerging trends in the forms and processes of the environmental movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book will appeal to those interested in politics and the environment or who have a concern for the politics of the internet and activism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46848890274028,"sku":"9780719063954","price":49.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/27854573482443.jpg?v=1759002620"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/jenny-pickerill.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}