The Magic Spark: The Story Of The First Fifty Years Of Radio In Australia
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Before television dominated the living room, radio was the invisible thread that wove together the social and cultural fabric of a nation, and The Magic Spark chronicles the remarkable first fifty years of that medium in Australia. R. R. Walker presents a detailed and authoritative account of how broadcasting took root in the Australian landscape, tracing the pioneering figures, landmark moments, and technological milestones that shaped the airwaves from the earliest experimental transmissions through to the medium's golden age. The narrative captures the excitement of a country discovering its own voice — one broadcast at a time. Walker's work stands as a significant contribution to Australian media history, illuminating how radio transcended mere entertainment to become a cornerstone of national identity, public information, and community life. His meticulous research and accessible prose bring to life an era of innovation and ambition, detailing the regulatory battles, cultural programming, and personalities that defined Australian broadcasting. For anyone curious about the invisible forces that shaped modern Australia, this volume raises a compelling question: what exactly happens to a society when it first learns to truly listen?
Author: R. R. Walker
Format: Hardback
Genre: Australian history
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Before television dominated the living room, radio was the invisible thread that wove together the social and cultural fabric of a nation, and The Magic Spark chronicles the remarkable first fifty years of that medium in Australia. R. R. Walker presents a detailed and authoritative account of how broadcasting took root in the Australian landscape, tracing the pioneering figures, landmark moments, and technological milestones that shaped the airwaves from the earliest experimental transmissions through to the medium's golden age. The narrative captures the excitement of a country discovering its own voice — one broadcast at a time. Walker's work stands as a significant contribution to Australian media history, illuminating how radio transcended mere entertainment to become a cornerstone of national identity, public information, and community life. His meticulous research and accessible prose bring to life an era of innovation and ambition, detailing the regulatory battles, cultural programming, and personalities that defined Australian broadcasting. For anyone curious about the invisible forces that shaped modern Australia, this volume raises a compelling question: what exactly happens to a society when it first learns to truly listen?