Dimensions
128 x 198 x 8mm
The Institute of Idea's mission is to expand the boundaries of public debate through organising conferences, discussions and salons, and publishing written conversations and exchanges. They hope to play a part in shaking up a culture that seems to shy away more and more from confrontation and the clash of ideas.
The 'Debating Matters' series reflects their commitment to this project. It is hoped that the reader will find the arguments in these pages stimulating, thought-provoking, and a spur to carrying on the debate long after they have closed the book.
What is reality TV, and how real is it anyway? From gameshows such as 'Big Brother' to docusoaps and even history programmes, television seems to be turning its attentions onto 'real people'. Does reality TV reflect society as it really is, or merely manufacture disposable celebrities?
Contrasting views are offered in this book by a number of experts.
