Classic analysis of the power of the media in shaping our political landscape, although first published back in 1988 so before the current shenanigans (Twitter, Facebook) existed. Herman and Chomsky, however, give a comprehensive grounding in how thoroughly the interests of the elites are served by mainstream media, a situation that is still very much the case, albeit with some extra tools.
Vintage Books, reprint of 1994 edition.
Product Code: 9780099866115