Power and Press Freedom in Liberia, 1830-1970: The Impact of Globalization and Civil Society on Media-Government Relations

By Carl Patrick Burrowes

Book Overview

This book tells the rich and often heroic story of the press in Liberia. Early newspapers were infused with a broad race consciousness which gave way to a specific nationalism at the turn of the last century. Initially, newspapers featured biting social commentary and enjoyed wide latitude to criticise officials, but restrictions were soon applied. Exploring the uses and abuses of power, the author demonstrates that the experience of Liberia provides a sobering corrective to the current euphoria regarding the effects of globalisation.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1592212948
• ISBN13: 9781592212941
• Release Date: January 2004
• Publisher: Africa Research and Publications
• Length: 312 Pages