Bad News

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What the Headlines Don't Tell Us

By Mark Pack

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Bad News by Mark Pack delves into the inaccuracies and sometimes misleading nature of news media, examining how journalism can shape public perception and understanding. It explores the challenges faced by journalists, the impact of digital technology, and the influence of political and commercial interests in reporting. This insightful book provides a thoughtful analysis of the current state of journalism and considers how misinformation can be tackled to improve the quality of news.
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This book may appeal to you if you have an interest in science and nature, particularly in understanding the role of evidence and statistics in public discourse. It provides insights into how misinformation spreads within these fields and explores critical thinking skills that can help you navigate today's complex information landscape.

Bad News

Bad News is a popular guide thathelps you make sense of the news wherever it appears - print, broadcast oronline. Peppered with examples from around the world, the book turns a serioussubject into an enjoyable read. You will learn as you are entertained.

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Bad News is a popular guide that helps you make sense of the news wherever it appears—print, broadcast, or online. Peppered with examples from around the world, the book turns a serious subject into an enjoyable read. You will learn as you are entertained.

Readers will discover all the tricks and techniques required to work out whether to trust a story based on an anonymous source, when big numbers are really small and when small numbers are really big, why you should ignore what appears behind someone on the TV, and much more. You'll even learn why you should always read stories in the Daily Mail backwards and when correlation is causation.

But readers will also learn how ill-suited the news is to understanding and interpreting the modern world, even when it comes from honest journalists working for reputable outlets. The news has a role, but readers will learn how to ensure they don't confuse that with understanding the world.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Bad News by Mark Pack has been praised for its thoughtful and perceptive analysis of the impact of journalism on our understanding of reality. Pack's forensic insight and lively intelligence are noted for highlighting the complexities between comprehending news and the world. His sharp and insightful approach is trusted to present the truth as it is.

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ISBN: 9781785905506

Publisher: Biteback Publishing

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 12 March 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Biteback Publishing

Audience: General / adult

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Width: 153.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 320

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About the Author

Dr Mark Pack is the co-author of 101 Ways to Win an Election. He has extensive experience with the news as a political party press officer, working for highly regarded PR firm Blue Rubicon, being a visiting lecturer at City University, running the most-read Liberal Democrat blog and regularly appearing in the media as a pundit on British politics.

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