History of International Communication: Earth Metropolis, Conflict and Control (Huaxia Publishing House)

Author: (USA) Robert Farnon
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Publish Date: 2004-03-02
Features: International Communication! Is it a technical issue or a political issue? Is it an economic landscape or a cultural phenomenon? Is the right to communicate a real existing right? Are the theories of freedom of speech in Europe and America applicable worldwide? Who should control the science and technology that constitutes the international communication system—businesses, nations, or international organizations? This book builds a research framework for international communication from various aspects such as politics, economics, technology, culture, law, and more. It reviews the history and development of mass media systems since 1835, providing readers with information and historical focus through questioning, debate, and systematic analysis. Farnon's arguments cover political, economic, regulatory, religious, cultural, and institutional dimensions, highlighting the importance of international communication. The chapters on technology clearly explain key points such as telegraphs, telephones, shortwave broadcasting, satellite and digital transmission technologies, and optical fiber technologies. The final chapter discusses future changes and trends.