Riot Images: Comparing Photographic Coverage of the 1965 and 1992 Los Angeles Riots in Weekly News Magazines

Author

Jeffrey R. Novak, Marquette University

Date of Award

Spring 1995

Document Type

Thesis - Restricted

Degree Name

Master of Arts (MA)

Department

Communication

First Advisor

Gribbin, August

Second Advisor

Scotton, James F.

Third Advisor

Leonard, Richard

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to examine and compare the consistency of riot photography and the violence it reflects over time. This study will attempt to draw comparisons by examining Time and Newsweek photographs from these two riot events, and the violence depicted within those photos.

Recommended Citation

Novak, Jeffrey R., "Riot Images: Comparing Photographic Coverage of the 1965 and 1992 Los Angeles Riots in Weekly News Magazines" (1995). Master's Theses (1922-2009) Access restricted to Marquette Campus. 1904.
https://epublications.marquette.edu/theses/1904