Pointing the Finger Islam and Muslims in the British Media
by Petley, JulianFormat: Paperback
Pub. Date: 2011-05-01
Publisher(s): Oneworld Publications
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Summary
In this important book, several leading media commentators examine the phenomenon of ¿Islamophobia¿ and ask how to tackle it. Charting recent media controversies, from the Archbishop of Canterbury¿s comments on Sharia law to the veil ¿debate¿, the book argues that media hostility to Islam alienates Muslims and undermines efforts to combat extremism. With examples of press-fuelled myths about Islam in Britain, this is a captivating insight into how Muslims are depicted in the UK.
Author Biography
Julian Petley is professor of Screen Media and Journalism at Brunel University. He is the author of several books on censorship, and has written for the Guardian and Independent. He is Chair of the Campaign for Press and Broadcasting Freedom. Robin Richardson is Co-director of the Insted consultancy, focusing on issues of equality and diversity. His previous roles include Director of the Runnymede Trust and Chief Inspector of Education in the London borough of Brent. He has edited a number of reports published by the Commission on British Muslims and Islamophobia.
Table of Contents
| Contributors to Pointing the Finger | p. vii |
| Introduction | p. ix |
| The Demonisation of Islam: Concepts, Terms and Distinctions | p. 1 |
| Big Pictures and Daily Details: The Content and Form of Narratives | p. 21 |
| Images of Islam in the UK: The Representation of British Muslims in the National Press 2000-8 | p. 40 |
| 'Political Correctness Gone Mad' | p. 66 |
| 'A Question of Leadership': Who Speaks for British Muslims? | p. 100 |
| The Golden Thread: Britishness and Preventing Extremism 2000-10 | p. 152 |
| Muslim Women and Veiled Threats: From 'Civilising Mission' to 'Clash of Civilisations' | p. 173 |
| 'This Idiotic Man': Sharia Law and the Archbishop of Canterbury | p. 201 |
| Keeping Your Integrity - and Your Job: Voices from the Newsroom | p. 221 |
| Responsible Journalism | p. 250 |
| Notes | p. 275 |
| Bibliography | p. 279 |
| Index | p. 293 |
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