More than 700 uncredited scriptwriters who created the memorable characters and thrilling stories of radio’s Golden Age receive due recognition in this encyclopedia. For some, radio was a stepping stone on the way to greater achievements in film or television, on the stage or in literature. For others, it was the culmination of a life spent writing newspaper copy. Established authors dabbled in radio as a new medium, while working writers saw it as another opportunity to earn a paycheck. When these men and women came to broadcasting, they crafted a body of work still appreciated by modern listeners.
| ISBN: | 9781476665931 |
| Publication date: | 30th December 2017 |
| Author: | Ryan Ellett |
| Publisher: | McFarland & Co Inc |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 237 pages |
| Genres: |
Radio / podcasts |