Television, the First Fifty Years
Television, the First Fifty Years by Jeff Greenfield is a 1977 first edition hardcover that chronicles the medium's history from its beginnings. Featuring over 516 illustrations, including 156 full-color plates, it provides a comprehensive and visually rich overview of television's evolution and cultural significance.
About This Book
This 1977 first edition printing provides a detailed examination of television's development over its initial five decades. Authored by Jeff Greenfield, it captures the medium's growth from early experiments to a dominant force in entertainment and information.
The book is presented in an oversized hardcover format with a dust jacket, ensuring a substantial and visually appealing volume. It includes more than 516 illustrations that bring the narrative to life, highlighting key moments and technologies in television history.
Among the illustrations are 156 plates in full color, which vividly depict the evolution of programming, equipment, and cultural impact. This comprehensive view serves as an essential resource for understanding the foundations of modern media.
Greenfield's work emphasizes the pioneering aspects of television, from its inception to the late 1970s, offering insights into how it shaped society and communication worldwide.
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