This anthology of hard-to-find primary documents provides a solid overview of the foundations of American media studies. Focusing on mass communication and society and how this research fits into larger patterns of social thought, this valuable collection features key texts covering the media studies traditions of the Chicago school, the effects tradition, the critical theory of the Frankfurt school, and mass society theory. Where possible, articles are reproduced in their entirety to pres...

The fourth instalment in the COVERT-ONE series from the master of the thriller genre.On the dark waterside docks of Shanghai, a photographer records cargo being secretly loaded. He's brutally killed and his camera destroyed. Two weeks later on the dangerous high seas, the US Navy covertly tracks a Chinese ship rumoured to carry tons of chemicals to create biological weapons of mass destruction. The President cannot let the ship reach its destination - a rogue Middl...

Robert Ludlum has been acclaimed as the master of .suspense and international intrigue. His many books have thrilled millions of readers, reaching the top of bestsellers lists the world over and setting a standard that has never been surpassed. Now, from the imagination of one of America's greatest storytellers comes Robert Ludlum's The Hades Factor--a thrilling new entry in the Covert-One series*.*A homeless man in Boston, an Army Major in California, and a teenage girl i...

For 30 years, Robert Ludlum's novels have set the standard for the finest in international intrigue and suspense. With an unbroken string of bestsellers in almost every country in the world, Robert Ludlum's books have been enjoyed by hundreds of millions of readers, and are widely acknowledged as classics in the field. Now, after the bestselling Covert-One novels The Hades Factor and The Cassandra Compact comes the third thrilling novel in the series - The Paris Optio...

An excellent COVERT-ONE thriller from the bestselling writing team - Robert Ludlum and Gayle Lynds.A fiery explosion shatters a laboratory building in Paris. Among the dead is Emile Chambord, one of the leaders in the global race to create a molecular - or DNA - computer. Unfortunately, Professor Chambord kept the details of his work secret, and his notes were apparently destroyed in the fire. Then suddenly US fighter jets disappear from radar screens for a full fi...

The very first Covert-One novel from the Sunday Times bestselling author Robert Ludlum.An unknown doomsday virus has claimed the lives of four people - including the fiancée of Covert-One's Lt Col. Jon Smith. Devastated and enraged, Smith uncovers evidence that this was no accident; someone out there has the virus, and the pandemic that threatens millions of lives was planned...Not knowing who to trust or where to turn, Smith assembles a private te...

This captivating essay collection celebrates the delight in not knowing, finding charm in simplicity amid natures wonders and everyday curiosities. Through reflective wanderings it contrasts rote learning with the thrill of fresh discoveries like spotting common birds each spring without naming them evoking pure unjaded joy. The opening stroll reveals how surrounding beauty often escapes notice yet sparks exhilaration upon rediscovery highlighting ignorance as a gateway to wonder rather th...

"The Book of This and That" by Robert Lynd is a delightful collection of essays that explore the nuances of everyday life. Lynd's writing is characterized by its wit and keen observation, as he delves into various topics ranging from nature to human behavior. His ability to capture the essence of ordinary moments makes the book a charming read. Each essay reflects his philosophical musings, inviting readers to ponder the simple yet profound aspects of existence, all while enjoying his enga...

New York Times Bestselling SeriesFor three decades, Robert Ludlum's bestselling novels have set the standard in almost every country in the world against which all other novels of international intrigue are measured. Now The Altman Code is the latest volume in the series of novels featuring Robert Ludlum's Covert-One.In the middle of the night, on the dark waterside docks of Shanghai, a photographer is recording cargo being secretly loaded when he's brutal...

"The Pleasures of Ignorance" by Robert Lynd is a thought-provoking collection of essays that explores the joys and benefits of not knowing everything. Lynd, a keen observer of life, argues that ignorance can lead to a more fulfilling existence, allowing individuals to appreciate the world without the burden of overwhelming information. His witty and engaging prose invites readers to embrace the unknown and find delight in the simple pleasures of life, encouraging a sense of wonder and curi...

Weltweit über 200 Millionen verkaufte Bücher von Robert LudlumEine Bombenexplosion im berühmten Pasteur Institut in Paris tötet unter anderem den Wissenschaftler Emile Chambord, der gerade an der Entwicklung eines DNA-Computers arbeitete. Im Feuersturm nach der Explosion sind offenbar auch seine Unterlagen vernichtet worden. Doch wenig später verschwinden auf mysteriöse Weise amerikanische Kampfjets von den Radarschirmen. Covert-One-Agent Jon Smith fliegt nach Paris, um die Verbind...

Die U.S. Marine hat einen chinesischen Frachter im Visier, der im Verdacht steht, gefährliche Chemikalien in den Irak zu transportieren. Um einen diplomatischen Supergau zu verhindern, muss der Geheimdienst herausfinden, ob aus dem Verdacht tatsächlich Wirklichkeit wird. Für diese Aufgabe gibt es keinen Besseren als den Chef der Geheimabteilung Covert One: Jon Smith. Was er entdeckt, bestätigt die schlimmsten Albträume.