An Army Of Amateurs (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781166133078)

""An Army of Amateurs"" is a non-fiction book written by Philippe DeVomecourt that explores the rise of citizen journalism and how it has transformed the way news is reported and consumed in the digital age. The book delves into the history of citizen journalism, tracing its roots back to the early days of the internet and the rise of blogging. It also examines the impact of social media platforms like Twitter and Facebook on the way news is disseminated and the role that citizen journalists play in shaping public opinion.DeVomecourt draws on a range of examples to illustrate his points, including the Arab Spring uprisings, the Occupy Wall Street movement, and the Black Lives Matter protests. He also discusses the challenges and limitations of citizen journalism, such as the lack of training and resources available to amateur reporters, and the difficulty in verifying the accuracy of information shared online.Overall, ""An Army of Amateurs"" offers a thought-provoking analysis of the changing media landscape and the role of citizen journalism in shaping public discourse. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the future of journalism and the impact of technology on our society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Philippe Devomecourt
ISBN-10: 1166133079
ISBN-13: 9781166133078
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 310
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.38lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.81d