State Power 2.0

Discover the intricate relationship between authoritarianism and digital media in "State Power 2.0" by Philip N. Howard. Published by Taylor & Francis Ltd in 2013, this compelling hardback offers a crucial insight into how governments disrupt internet access and manipulate information networks to maintain control. Spanning 208 pages, the book examines real-world cases from countries such as Israel, Iran, and Russia, highlighting the strategies used by state powers to disable digital networks and the resilience of dissidents fighting back. Howard, a renowned authority in the field, collaborates with prominent scholars to unpack the complexities of online social networks and the profound impact they have on social movements. Whether you're a student of political science or simply curious about the dynamics of state control in the digital age, "State Power 2.0" is an essential read that illuminates the challenges and strategies of modern dissent in an increasingly networked world.