ABSTRACT
This introduction presents an overview of key concepts discussed in the subsequent chapters of this book. The book introduces two new theories to the debates on truth and journalism. It introduces new life into these old debates by revisiting the fundamental philosophy that underpins journalistic epistemology. The book explains why looking at Epistemology as a philosophical concept is needed and then why it is highly suitable to discuss journalism. Reasons why this study will not focus simply on concepts such as objectivity and media bias will then be discussed, arguing that there is plenty of research in this area and the need for new theories is necessary, elaborating on the four epistemological concepts outlined in this book: Realism, Pragmatism, Antirealism, and Hyperrealism. The book illustrates how they are situated in the field of journalism and the extent of their socialisation into journalism's epistemology.
