Image Brokers

Discover the intricate world of journalism through "Image Brokers" by Zeynep Devrim Gursel, published by the University of California Press in 2016. This compelling ethnography delves into the labor that transforms a mere photograph into a powerful news image. With 424 pages of insightful analysis, Gursel challenges the conventional understanding of journalistic photographs, exposing the complex processes and influences that shape how news audiences perceive people, events, and the broader world. "Image Brokers" is essential reading for anyone interested in the intersection of media, culture, and representation. Uncover the hidden dynamics behind the images that inform our understanding of global events and enrich your perspective on contemporary journalism.