A History of Television News Parody in America: Nothing but the Truthiness - Paperback

by Curt Hersey (Author)

This book provides the first history of the television news parody genre, analyzing how these shows have functioned as critiques of television news, politics, culture, and American society, while entertaining and informing audiences. Each chapter features a case study and discussion of the genre during a particular decade.

Author Biography

Curt Hersey is associate professor of communication at Berry College in Rome, Georgia.