Historical Dictionary of African American Television

Nonfiction, Entertainment, Performing Arts, Television, Reference, History & Criticism
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Author: Kathleen Fearn-Banks, Anne Burford-Johnson ISBN: 9780810879171
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers Publication: October 3, 2014
Imprint: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers Language: English
Author: Kathleen Fearn-Banks, Anne Burford-Johnson
ISBN: 9780810879171
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Publication: October 3, 2014
Imprint: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Language: English

From Amos 'n' Andy to The Jeffersons to Family Matters to Chappelle's Show, this volume has all different genres—animation, documentaries, sitcoms, sports, talk shows, and variety shows—and performers such as Muhammad Ali, Louis Armstrong, Bill Cosby, and Oprah Winfrey. Additionally, information can be found on general issues ranging from African American audiences and stereotypes through the related networks and organizations.

This second edition covers the history of African Americans on television from the beginning of national television through the present day including:

  • chronology
  • introductory essay
  • appendixes
  • bibliography
  • over 1000 cross-referenced entries on actors, performers, producers, directors, news and sports journalists
  • entries on series, specials and movies relevant to African American themes and African American casts

This book is an excellent access point for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about the history of African-Americans and their impact on television.

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From Amos 'n' Andy to The Jeffersons to Family Matters to Chappelle's Show, this volume has all different genres—animation, documentaries, sitcoms, sports, talk shows, and variety shows—and performers such as Muhammad Ali, Louis Armstrong, Bill Cosby, and Oprah Winfrey. Additionally, information can be found on general issues ranging from African American audiences and stereotypes through the related networks and organizations.

This second edition covers the history of African Americans on television from the beginning of national television through the present day including:

This book is an excellent access point for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about the history of African-Americans and their impact on television.

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