On the Short Waves, 1923-1945: Broadcast Listening in the

On the Short Waves, 1923-1945: Broadcast Listening in the Pioneer Days of Radio

As radio developed in the early 1920s, the focus for most people was the AM band and stations such as KDKA, the first broadcast station. There was, however, another broadcast method that was popular among many early enthusiasts--shortwave radio. As is true today, the transmission of news and entertainment programs over shortwave frequencies permitted reception over great distances. For many in America and beyond, shortwave was an exciting aspect of the new medium. Some still tune the shortwave bands to enjoy the programming. Others pursue broadcasts for the thrill of the hunt.

This book fully covers shortwave broadcasting from its beginning through World War II. A technical history examining the medium's development and use tells the story of a listener community that spanned the globe. Included are overviews of the primary shortwave stations operating worldwide in the 1930s, along with clubs and competitions, publications and prizes. A rich collection of illustrations includes many QSLs, the cards that stations sent to acknowledge receipt of their transmissions and that are much prized by long-distance collectors.

Country	USA
Author	Jerome S. Berg
Binding	Paperback
Brand	Brand: McFarland Company
EAN	9780786430291
Feature	Used Book in Good Condition
ISBN	078643029X
Label	McFarland
Manufacturer	McFarland
MPN	171 photographs & illustrations, notes,
NumberOfItems	1
NumberOfPages	280
PartNumber	171 photographs & illustrations, notes,
PublicationDate	2007-03-28
Publisher	McFarland
Studio	McFarland
ReleaseDate	0000-00-00

On the Short Waves, 1923-1945: Broadcast Listening in the Pioneer Days of Radio