Radio and the Jews: The Untold Story of How Radio Influenced the Image of Jews (paperback)

RADIO AND THE JEWS: THE UNTOLD STORY OF HOW RADIO INFLUENCED AMERICA'S IMAGE OF JEWS, 1920s-1950s by David S. Siegel and Susan Siegel From stereotypes to role models, the first comprehensive look at how Jews were portrayed on radio from the 1920s to the 1950s.-- From struggling immigrants to prominent men and women who were recognized for their significant contributions in their chosen fields.-- From comedic characters who made a nation laugh to more serious ones who brought comfort and reassurance to generations of listeners.Travel back in time as Radio and the Jews examines over 100 programs that featured Jewish themes and/or characters. The very first book that takes an in-depth look at the Jewish image across all program genres.Journal of Radio & Audio Media, Vol 16, #2, November, 2009    The Siegels have written a serious book and have made a respectable but occasionally flawed attempt at presenting their story in a work that will be of interest not only to professional radio