Democracy's Fourth Wave? : Digital Media and the Arab Spring

Oxford University Press Inc

Explore the complex role of digital media in the Arab Spring with "Democracy's Fourth Wave?". This compelling book by Philip N. Howard and Muzammil M. Hussain examines how the internet, mobile phones, and social networking applications influenced the wave of democratization in 2011. Discover how digital media facilitated the realization of shared grievances and the spread of mobilization strategies, inspiring individuals to act collectively against authoritarian regimes. Key Features: * Analyzes the impact of digital media on the Arab Spring. * Examines the role of social media in collective action. * Investigates the complex web of factors contributing to social mobilization. * Provides insights into the longer history of digital activism in the Arab world. Summary: "Democracy's Fourth Wave? : Digital Media and the Arab Spring" by Philip N. Howard and Muzammil M. Hussain, published by Oxford University Press Inc. This paperback book offers a detailed analysis of the Arab Spring and the crucial role digital media played in its unfolding.