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The book explores the significant impact of the racially motivated murder of Stephen Lawrence, an 18-year-old black student, on British society. It highlights how his case became a symbol for addressing issues of injustice, cultural identity, and racism, prompting a critical reassessment of institutional practices. Over a decade, the media's portrayal of the case played a crucial role in shaping public discourse and influencing government policies aimed at combating institutional racism within key societal structures.
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The Racist Murder of Stephen Lawrence, Simon Cottle
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- Released
- 2004
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- Title
- The Racist Murder of Stephen Lawrence
- Subtitle
- Media Performance and Public Transformation
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Simon Cottle
- Publisher
- Praeger
- Released
- 2004
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 254
- ISBN13
- 9780275979416
- Category
- Journalism
- Description
- The book explores the significant impact of the racially motivated murder of Stephen Lawrence, an 18-year-old black student, on British society. It highlights how his case became a symbol for addressing issues of injustice, cultural identity, and racism, prompting a critical reassessment of institutional practices. Over a decade, the media's portrayal of the case played a crucial role in shaping public discourse and influencing government policies aimed at combating institutional racism within key societal structures.