The violence of the image : photography and international conflict / edited by Liam Kennedy and Caitlin Patrick. - xiii, 274 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (black and white, and colour) ; 24 cm

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Photography has visualised international relations and conflicts from the mid-19th century onwards and continues to be an important medium in framing the worlds of distant and suffering others. This text examines the roles of image producers and the functions of photographic imagery in the documentation and communication of wars, violent conflicts and human rights issues.

Specialized.

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War photography--History.
Photojournalism--Social aspects.
Media Studies.
Media Studies.