How real is reality TV? : essays on representation and truth / edited by David S. Escoffery. - Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland & Co., c2006. - vi, 281 p. ; 23 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

"This volume discusses the notion of representation in reality television. It explores how both audiences and producers negotiate the gulf between representations and truth in reality shows. Various identity categories and character types found in these shows are discussed and the accuracy of their television portrayal examined. "--Provided by publisher.

9780786426249 0786426241 (softcover : alk. paper)

2006017326


Reality television programs--History and criticism.
Reality television programs--Social aspects.

PN1992.8.R43 / H69 2006

791.45/6