Brute Reality: Power, Discourse and the Mediation of War

Stuart Price analyses the different structures that have helped shape contemporary attitudes to warfare. He examines a wealth of transcripts and media sources, including Channel 4's coverage of 9/11 and the rhetorical pronouncements of leading politicians. Beginning with the state of 'war' created after the September 11th attacks, Price follows the strategic adjustments begun during the Iraq adventure, and includes reference to the modifications in policy carried out during the Obama Presidency. The book offers a number of original perspectives on political theory, describing the existence of 'structural complicity' between powerful interests, and drawing attention to the rise of what the author calls the 'security regime'.

This invaluable guide to the study of power and discourse is ideal for students of media, film and journalism.