Changing Times and Media Transformations

A detailed study of the evolution of media in China, as seen through the history of Ta Kung Pao.

Changing Times and Media Transformations: The Case of Ta Kung Pao 1902-1966 offers an insightful look at one of the most influential newspapers in modern China. From its inaugural issue in Tianjin in 1902 to its last mainland China issue in 1966, this book provides a detailed study of the evolution of media in China, as seen through the history and the pages of Ta Kung Pao. It's a faithful documentation of China's political and economic modernization, disclosing the stories behind the stories and the paper's function within China's foreign relations strategies.

The coverage includes dissections of key articles, commentaries, and editorials, making it important historical material for anybody studying the development of modern-day China. This book is ideal for:

• Historians
• Asian studies scholars
• Media studies students
• Researchers interested in Chinese history and media