Bringing together ten chapters by some of the most important scholars of literary journalism around the world, this book covers a range of topics that are key to understanding the role of literary journalism as both a practice and as a topic of academic study.

Beginning with an introduction which situates literary journalism in its historical context, chapters go on to address the basic definitional problem of literary journalism; the rhetorical strategies of literary journalists; the negotiated roles of subjects and storytellers; gender; geography; the role of literary journalism in fostering the public imagination; and the role of literary journalism in education. Chapters draw on contemporary and relatable case studies which help readers link broader themes with their practical applications. The volume concludes with an Afterword by Bill Reynolds, editor of Literary Journalism Studies, which reflects on the preceding chapters and critically on the direction in which the field is heading in the near future.

Insights on Literary Journalism is highly recommended reading for advanced scholars and researchers of Literary Journalism as well as Literature and Media History.

About the Author
Kevin M. Lerner is Associate Professor of Journalism and Chair of the Department of Communication, Marist College, USA.


Book Information
ISBN 9781032472836
Author Kevin M. Lerner
Format Hardback
Page Count 238
Imprint Routledge
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight(grams) 453g