An Introductory History of British Broadcasting Contributor(s): Crisell, Andrew (Author) |
|
ISBN: 0415247918 ISBN-13: 9780415247917 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $161.50 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: October 2002 Annotation: This is an accessible and concise history of British radio and television. The book considers the nature and evolution of broadcasting, the growth of broadcasting institutions and the relation of broadcasting to a wider political and social context. Beginning with the genesis of radio at the turn of the century, Crisell discusses key moments in media history from the first wireless broadcast in 1920 to the present. |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Technology & Engineering | Radio - Performing Arts | Radio - History & Criticism - Social Science | Media Studies |
Dewey: 384.540 |
LCCN: 2002069791 |
Lexile Measure: 1470 |
Physical Information: 1" H x 6.36" W x 9.76" (1.46 lbs) 342 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: An Introductory History of British Broadcasting is a concise and accessible history of British radio and television. It begins with the birth of radio at the beginning of the twentieth century and discusses key moments in media history, from the first wireless broadcast in 1920 through to recent developments in digital broadcasting and the internet. |