Description
1973 edition. Paperback cover has some significant wear, scuffs and bending. Cover has some stains on front and back. Spine has some reading creases and wear, with some creases in the top. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.
This well-worn copy of “The TV Machine” by Rosejane Landau offers a fascinating glimpse into the early days of television’s cultural impact. Published in 1973, at a time when TV was rapidly transforming American society, Landau’s sociological study examines the medium’s influence on family dynamics, social norms, and the dissemination of information. As one of the first comprehensive works on the subject, this book provides a valuable historical perspective on the nascent stages of a technology that would come to dominate modern life. Despite its aged appearance, the clean pages and secure binding allow readers to delve into Landau’s prescient insights, making this an intriguing addition to any collection exploring media studies or the cultural shifts of the 20th century.