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Think of yourself blindfolded at a baseball game with somebody alongside describing each play, endeavoring through words to give you a mental picture of what is going on. That is radio broadcasting. But lift the blind fold and see the scene for yourself! That is television, with an expert sports commentator to explain every play.
Television is new as science measures Time; it is a new art, yet its name is of the ancients. Tele is Greek for at a distance. Video is the Latin verb meaning to see.
Officially, television is defined as radio or electrical transmission Of a succession of images and their reception in such a manner as to give a substantially continuous and Simultaneous reproduction of an object or scene before the eyes of a distant observer.
Marconi described it as the highest grade in the art of communication.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book demystifies the history of television, breaking down the perception of it as mere entertainment. Providing a glimpse into the past, the author illustrates televisionās deeper social and political impact on our world. It explores the steps leading to the development of television, from the initial experimental era to its rise as a global phenomenon. By examining televisionās evolution, the author reveals its multifaceted nature, encompassing art, science, and societal influence. Prospective readers can expect to gain invaluable insights into the inner workings of television and its lasting significance in shaping human history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332207930_0
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