International Communication History: A Special Issue of mass Communication & Society Dicken-Garcia, Hazel
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Trace the invisible threads of global dialogue from time zones to war memories.
This volume establishes international communication history as a distinct scholarly discipline, moving beyond scattered research to define a cohesive field. Spanning roughly one hundred years, the collection examines pivotal moments that shaped global exchange. It begins with the 1884 international time reckoning conference, illustrating how we synchronized the world, and concludes with the collective memory of the Vietnam War in the 1960s and 70s, revealing how media narratives construct historical truth. Five rigorous articles explore shifting paradigms in international affairs and theoretical frameworks, highlighting the immense potential for future inquiry into how information crosses borders.
This volume sits at the intersection of media studies and historical scholarship, establishing international communication history as a distinct academic discipline. It bridges the gap between technical synchronization efforts and the sociopolitical construction of global narratives.
📝 Description: International Communication History: A Special Issue of mass Communication & Society Dicken-Garcia, Hazel
💎 Expert review
📖 Why choose it
Why this book is worth reading
This book is essential for scholars, historians, and media theorists who wish to understand the structural foundations of global dialogue. It offers a rigorous framework for analyzing how information crosses borders, moving beyond scattered research to define a cohesive field. Readers interested in the mechanics of synchronization, from time zones to war memories, will find immense value in its exploration of shifting paradigms. It is particularly beneficial for those seeking to define theoretical frameworks for future inquiry into international affairs and the construction of historical truth through media narratives.
⭐ Reader reviews
Reader rating
Was skeptical at first. You can tell why this work has endured. The symbolism is layered and generous to patient readers. It assumes more background than a beginner might have. Solid, if not essential.
Exactly what I was looking for. It connects ideas I'd only seen treated separately elsewhere. Glad I finally picked this up.
Long-time student of the esoteric here. The symbolism is layered and generous to patient readers.
Dicken-Garcia provides a significant contribution by establishing international communication history as a distinct scholarly discipline. The collection’s span from time reckoning conferences to the Vietnam War offers a compelling look at how global exchange is shaped. However, this text is strictly academic and may not suit casual readers or those seeking narrative-driven histories. It requires patience for its theoretical density and focus on rigorous article analysis rather than accessible storytelling. It is best reserved for students and researchers in mass communication who are ready to engage with complex frameworks defining the field.
❓ Frequently asked questions
📖 Who should read this
Academics and historians interested in media studies will find this foundational. It appeals to those analyzing how global events are recorded and remembered, rather than casual readers seeking simple narratives.
🎯 Key themes and symbolism
Global synchronization
Media memory
Theoretical paradigms
💬 Quotes from the book
“This special issue marks the first treatment of the subject as a distinct body of knowledge and area of inquiry.”
“The articles reflect shifting paradigms in multiple realms... pointing up the richness of areas awaiting study.”
📜 Historical context
📚 Glossary
- Paradigm Shift
- Collective Memory
- Time Reckoning
📔 Questions to reflect on
- How does the standardization of time influence our perception of global events?
- In what ways does media narrative shape the collective memory of war?
- What theoretical frameworks are necessary to understand cross-border information flow?
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