On the short waves, 1923-1945
Subtitle: broadcast listening in the pioneer days of radio
By: by Jerome S. Berg.
Publisher: McFarland & Co.; McFarland Publishing; Brand: McFarland n Company
Published: 1999
Place of publication: Jefferson, N.C
Language: eng
Number of pages: 272
Subjects: Shortwave radio -- History.; International broadcasting -- History.
Description: Here for the first time is the complete history of the pioneer days of shortwave broadcasting, from the early concepts of Marconi and Armstrong, through the Golden Era of the 1930s, and finally through World War II and the shortwave radio's role as news source and propaganda tool. On the Shortwaves, 1923-1945 provides both background and analysis of this important broadcast medium and its influence. Also covered are the many organizations and publications of its enthusiastic fans worldwide.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.