TV Mania: A Timeline of Television
This is a pictorial celebration of American television, arranged chronologically from the first broadcast to the present day. It provides the answers to questions such as: When did NBC open its first TV studio? When did the Beatles first appear on The Ed Sullivan Show?, and what do Tracey Ullman and The Simpsons have in common? Notable events such as Kennedy's assassination and the moon landing are covered, and statistics relating to American TV are provided. The captioned pictures are selected from the archives of the broadcast networks and television production companies.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0810938928
ISBN13:9780810938922
Release Date:October 1998
Publisher:Harry N. Abrams
Length:1 Pages
Weight:0.40 lbs.
Dimensions:0.5" x 6.3" x 7.3"
Age Range:13 years and up
Grade Range:Grade 8 to Postsecondary
Customer Reviews
5 ratings
TV MANIA
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
PERHAPS THE GREATEST BOOK THAT I HAVE SEEN WITH REFERENCE TO THE TV SHOWS THAT INFLUENCED MY LIFE. THE NOSTALGIA AND PICTORIAL DISPLAY OFFERED MANY WARM MEMORIES AND HUMORISTIC REFERENCES. WELL DONE, NOT OVERDONE.... BRAVO
Great read, but left many shows out
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
I really had a wonderful time reading through "TV Mania", but I realized there were several shows which made an impact on America that were not listed in the timeline: what about "Mr. Peepers"?
TV LOVERS ALERT!!!!!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 26 years ago
What a wonderful and loving book that chronicles tv from the beginning. The book is a treasure to hold. If you love tv you must not miss this.
Fond tv memories; great to give to anyone.
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 26 years ago
Fast-paced page turner of a book. Great for grandparents, parents, tv children of any generation. Most fun I've had with a book in ages. Great way to trigger memories of those favorite shows. Excellent selection of pictures.
Fun yet Informative.
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 26 years ago
The book provides an overview of the history of television. The presentation of information makes the reading all more enjoyable. Pictures from favorite shows spur fond memories of past television engagements. I strongly recommend it. What a great gift!
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