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Book SynopsisAn energetic look at BBC Television in 1950s, illustrating how it was at the forefront of popular programming, including the first Reality TV programmes, quiz and game shows, even 'problem' talk shows. -- .
Trade ReviewAnyone interested in television studies, British or American and its history or present will find much here to inform and enhance their knowledge and interest., Kathleen Collins, John Jay College of Criminal Justice, NY, Journalism & Mass Communication Quarterly 92(2), 14 May 2015 -- .
Table of ContentsList of Figures
Acknowledgements
Introduction
1 Public Service and the Popular: Debates and Developments
2 ‘Neighbours to the Nation’: ‘Soap Opera’, the BBC and (Re)visiting The Grove Family (1954–57)
3 ‘The “Give-Away” Shows – But Who is Really Paying?’ Rethinking Quiz and Game Shows on 1950s British Television
4 The Problem Show – ‘An…. Unmarried mother sat in a wing-backed chair on TV last night…’BBC Television asks Is This Your Problem? (1955-57)
5 From ‘Serialitis’ to ‘Torture, Treacle, Tears and Trickery’: Framing Television Fame
6 Conclusion: ‘There’s nothing really better than what you’re used to, is there?’
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