Northern Ireland, the BBC, and Censorship in Thatcher's Britain.

This article provides a summary of the book "Northern Ireland, the BBC, and Censorship in Thatcher's Britain" by Robert Savage, which examines the role of the media, particularly the BBC, during the Troubles in Northern Ireland. The author argues that his book is the most comprehensive and thorough treatment of the period, exploring the impact of censorship, the role of the UK government, the British Army, and the paramilitaries, as well as the challenges faced by the BBC in maintaining its editorial integrity. The article also mentions another book, "The Last Bohemian: Brian Desmond Hurst, Irish Film, British Cinema" by Lance Pettitt, which offers a comprehensive look at the career of director Brian Desmond Hurst. The article acknowledges that Hurst's work may not be highly regarded in standard cinema reference works. [Extracted from the article]