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Twitter

By Dhiraj Murthy
Series: Digital Media and Society
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Twitter by Dhiraj Murthy explores the evolution of Twitter from its early days to its current status as a pivotal platform in social, political, and economic spheres. The second edition offers historical context and analyses contemporary examples such as the #blacklivesmatter movement and Donald Trump's use of the platform during the US elections. Updated chapters cover journalism and social movements, with a new section focusing on celebrities and brands, providing a comprehensive study of Twitter’s multifaceted role today.
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Ideal for students and scholars of digital media, social sciences, and communication studies seeking an analytical understanding of Twitter’s impact in modern society.

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Twitter is a household name, discussed for its role in prominent national elections, natural disasters, and political movements, as well as for what some malign as narcissistic chatter .

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Twitter is a household name, discussed for its role in national elections, natural disasters, and political movements, as well as for what some malign as narcissistic "chatter." The first edition of Murthy’s balanced and incisive book pioneered the study of this medium as a serious platform worthy of scholarly attention. Much has changed since Twitter’s infancy, although it is more relevant than ever to our social, political, and economic lives.

This timely second edition shows how Twitter has evolved and how it is used today. Murthy introduces some of the historical context that gave birth to the platform while providing up-to-date examples such as the #blacklivesmatter movement and Donald Trump’s use of Twitter in the US election. The chapters on journalism and social movements have been thoroughly updated, and completely new to this edition is a chapter on celebrities and brands.

Seeking to answer challenging questions around the popular medium, the second edition of Twitter is essential reading for students and scholars of digital media.

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Philip N. Howard of Oxford University praises Murthy as a leading expert, highlighting the book’s in-depth treatment of Twitter as a firm, communication mode, and cultural phenomenon. Stephen D. Reese of the University of Texas commends the sociological depth and innovative methodology applied to this transformative platform. Temitayo Olofinlua of the University of Ibadan describes it as a valuable contribution to Twitter research.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781509512508

Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 26 January 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Polity Press

Edition: 2nd edition

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 145.0mm

Height: 208.0mm

Weight: 386g

Pages: 240

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Computing & Technology Dhiraj Murthy Education & Reference Non-Fiction Series: Digital Media and Society

About the Author

Dhiraj Murthy is Associate Professor of Journalism and Sociology at the University of Texas at Austin.

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