The Big Broadcast 1920-1950
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Author Description
The Big Broadcast will guide readers in their search for an inside look at a radio that helped to shape the lives and the attitudes of the American people through the Twenties, the Depression, World War II and beyond. It is a compilation of information about the "golden age" of radio programs when Fibber McGee and Molly, The Shadow, and Information, Please were on the weekly listening schedule of American families. The A to Z listings include hundreds of radio programs from The A&P Gypsies to Ziegfeld Follies of the Air. Each entry includes cast lists, writers, theme music, openings and closings and descriptions of the programs and their chronology. There are narrative descriptions of such subjects as "Announcers," "Bid Band Remotes," "Soap Operas," and "Quiz Shows." Includes a comprehensive bibiliography and index.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
The Big Broadcast explores the profound impact of American radio during its formative decades. This book delves into the 'golden age' of radio, from the Roaring Twenties through World War II and beyond, examining how programs like Fibber McGee and Molly, The Shadow, and Information, Please shaped national attitudes and daily life. It provides a comprehensive A-Z listing of hundreds of radio shows, detailing cast, writers, music, and program chronology, alongside narrative explorations of key broadcasting elements.
THE SCOPE MAP
- A-Z listings of hundreds of radio programs from the 1920s to 1950s.
- Detailed entries including cast lists, writers, theme music, and program descriptions.
- Chronological information for each listed radio program.
- Narrative descriptions of significant broadcasting subjects such as 'Announcers,' 'Big Band Remotes,' 'Soap Operas,' and 'Quiz Shows.'
- Exploration of radio's role in shaping American life and attitudes during a pivotal era.
- Includes a comprehensive bibliography for further research.
- Features an index for easy navigation of content.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
This comprehensive work is recognized for its detailed exploration of early American radio, offering an invaluable resource for understanding the medium's cultural significance. The A-Z listings provide specific program details, while the narrative sections contextualize the broader landscape of broadcasting during its 'golden age.' It serves as both a nostalgic look back and a serious historical document for those interested in media history and American cultural development.
Page Count:
294
Publication Date:
1997-01-01
Publisher:
Scarecrow Press
ISBN-10:
0810829576
ISBN-13:
9780810829572
History
Non-Fiction
Entertainment History
Broadcasting History
Radio Programs
