1983 'Kids' TV' by Stuart Fischer Softcover Book
$20.00
1983 Kids TV The First 25 Years, Scott Fischer, Softcover Book. Years starting 1946. Facts on File Publication. Measures 10" by 7". 289 pages. Very good condition. Shows a little age. There is a name stamped on the title page.
This 1983 first edition of "Kids' TV: The First 25 Years" by Stuart Fischer is an essential volume for anyone nostalgic for the formative years of children’s programming. Published by Facts on File, this 289-page reference book meticulously documents the evolution of the genre starting from 1946. It serves as a comprehensive time capsule, filled with production facts, air dates, and rare photographs of the characters and hosts who defined a generation's childhood. From the early experiments in local broadcasting to the rise of Saturday morning staples, Fischer provides a scholarly yet accessible look at the medium’s most influential era.
The book is an excellent addition to a Dark Academia library or a media room focused on mid-century pop culture. Its vibrant cover art makes it a fantastic display piece on a coffee table or shelf, offering a striking visual history of animation and live-action television. While this copy features a previous owner’s stamp on the title page, it remains in very good vintage condition, with crisp pages and a sturdy binding that invites hours of nostalgic browsing. It is a rare find for researchers, historians, or those simply looking to revisit the magic of early television history.
This item is vintage, over 40 years old.
This 1983 first edition of "Kids' TV: The First 25 Years" by Stuart Fischer is an essential volume for anyone nostalgic for the formative years of children’s programming. Published by Facts on File, this 289-page reference book meticulously documents the evolution of the genre starting from 1946. It serves as a comprehensive time capsule, filled with production facts, air dates, and rare photographs of the characters and hosts who defined a generation's childhood. From the early experiments in local broadcasting to the rise of Saturday morning staples, Fischer provides a scholarly yet accessible look at the medium’s most influential era.
The book is an excellent addition to a Dark Academia library or a media room focused on mid-century pop culture. Its vibrant cover art makes it a fantastic display piece on a coffee table or shelf, offering a striking visual history of animation and live-action television. While this copy features a previous owner’s stamp on the title page, it remains in very good vintage condition, with crisp pages and a sturdy binding that invites hours of nostalgic browsing. It is a rare find for researchers, historians, or those simply looking to revisit the magic of early television history.
This item is vintage, over 40 years old.