Key Concepts in Radio Studies

The SAGE Key Concepts series provides students with accessible and authoritative knowledge of essential topics in a variety of disciplines. Cross-referenced throughout, the format encourages critical evaluation through understanding. Written by experienced and respected academics, the books are indispensable study aids and guides to comprehension.

Key Concepts in Radio Studies

• Provides a comprehensive, easy-to-use introduction to the field

• Grounds theory with global examples

• Takes it further with recommended reading

• Covers the central ideas and practices from production and media studies

• Situates radio studies within its historical context and contemporary auditory culture.

Hugh Chignell is Associate Professor of Broadcasting History at the Media School, Bournemouth University.

'This book is a useful starting point for radio students and staff, packed with citations and pithy comment from the author. It is a rich resource book for academic radio study at all levels.'

Janey Gordon, University of Bedfordshire