Peter Putnis (15 results)

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 272 pages. 8.75x5.75x0.75 inches. In Stock.

Paperback. Condition: New. This book demonstrates how the histories of empires, nations, and large business enterprises are embedded in international communication and media history. In its focus on historical case studies, it shows how the large-scale processes we associate with globalisation, such as ""time-space compression,"" work themselves out in specific local and regional contexts. It also deals with the history of news as an internationally traded commodity. Topics include: International news agencies and their business models; telegraphy and the first global financial crisis; the British Empire and its communication networks; the Spanish-American War in news agency history; Britain, India, China and news coverage of Imperial wars; European news agencies and the Associated Press of America; Canadian Press, Associated Press, and Reuters; wireless versus cable in international communication, and European--news markets and political change. The book illuminates four closely related strands of communication and media history: information economics; news agency history; communication networks and geopolitical formations and identities; and, the impact of new communications technologies.…

Condition: New. Num Pages: 278 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: GTC; KNTJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152. . . 2012. Paperback. . . . .

Condition: New. Num Pages: 278 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: GTC; KNTJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152. . . 2012. Paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

Softcover. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. Softcover. 67 pages. *** PUBLISHING DETAILS: Darling Downs Institute Press, Australia, 1988. First Edition. *** CONDITION: This book is in very good condition. More specifically: Covers have light creasing. Edges of covers have superficial wear. Spine is uncreased. . Pages are clean and unmarked and in excellent condition. *** Quantity Available: 1. Category: Biography & Autobiography; ISBN: 0949414247. ISBN/EAN: 9780949414243. Inventory No: 18120034.…

Softcover. Condition: Very Good. No Dust Jacket. First Edition. Book is in very good unmarked condition. Size: Quarto. 67 pages. Quantity Available: 1. Category: Biography & Autobiography; Australia; ISBN: 0949414247. ISBN/EAN: 9780949414243. Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: 8888.…

Paperback. Peter Putnis, Darling Downs Institute Press. Author: Peter PutnisBinding: PaperbackPublished: Darling Downs Institute Press, 1988Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Condition as shown in image, very minor wear to some corners from general useThis scholarly work presents a comprehensive analysis of Steele Rudd, the celebrated Australian author behind the iconic "Dad and Dave" stories. It meticulously details Rudd's life and literary contributions, illustrating how his vivid portrayals of rural Australian life captured the national spirit and shaped perceptions of the bush. The book argues for Rudd's enduring significance in Australian literature, offering a critical perspective on his unique blend of humor and social commentary. It is an essential read for anyone interested in Australian literary history and the cultural narratives that define a nation. Paperback.…

Condition: New. In English.

1st edition softback with stiff wrappers As New oblong octavo 67pp., b/w pls., illusts., index, Fine pictorial account.

First Edition. Signed and inscribed by Peter Putnis. Very good paperback copy; slightly dust-dulled and edge-bumped. Spine and wrappers slightly sun-toned and stained. Remains well-preserved overall. Physical Description; 167 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm. Subjects; 1900-1999. Australian literature. Australian literature 20th century. Australian literature Australia Darling Downs (Qld.). Darling Downs (Qld.) Literary collections. English literature Australian writers Special subjects: Queensland Darling Downs Anthologies. Literary collections. Queensland Darling Downs. 1 Kg. …

First Edition. Signed and inscribed by Peter Putnis. Very good paperback copy; slightly dust-dulled and edge-bumped. Spine and wrappers slightly sun-toned and stained. Remains well-preserved overall. Physical Description; 167 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm. Subjects; 1900-1999. Australian literature. Australian literature 20th century. Australian literature Australia Darling Downs (Qld.). Darling Downs (Qld.) Literary collections. English literature Australian writers Special subjects: Queensland Darling Downs Anthologies. Literary collections. Queensland Darling Downs. 1 Kg. …

First Edition. Pp. [iv]+68(printed in brown & black, last blank);, text illustrations, bibliography, sources; small oblong 4to; pictorial glazed paper wrappers, fore-corners a trifle creased, the backstrip slightly faded; a couple of spots of foxing; Darling Downs Institute Press, Toowoomba, 1988. First edition. *'Biographical and historical articles and a selection of Rudd's own writing provide an overview of his life, work and times' [wrapper blurb]. …

Condition: Fine. First Edition. Glossy card cover. 67 pages, spotless inside and out, appears unread.

Paperback. Condition: New. This book demonstrates how the histories of empires, nations, and large business enterprises are embedded in international communication and media history. In its focus on historical case studies, it shows how the large-scale processes we associate with globalisation, such as ""time-space compression,"" work themselves out in specific local and regional contexts. It also deals with the history of news as an internationally traded commodity. Topics include: International news agencies and their business models; telegraphy and the first global financial crisis; the British Empire and its communication networks; the Spanish-American War in news agency history; Britain, India, China and news coverage of Imperial wars; European news agencies and the Associated Press of America; Canadian Press, Associated Press, and Reuters; wireless versus cable in international communication, and European--news markets and political change. The book illuminates four closely related strands of communication and media history: information economics; news agency history; communication networks and geopolitical formations and identities; and, the impact of new communications technologies.…

8vo.pp.167.Very Good in original card covers.Very Good.