The Continuous Wave: Technology and American Radio, 1900-1932

Hardback

Main Details

Title The Continuous Wave: Technology and American Radio, 1900-1932
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Hugh G.J. Aitken
SeriesPrinceton Legacy Library
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:608
Dimensions(mm): Height 229,Width 152
Category/GenreRadio
History of engineering and technology
ISBN/Barcode 9780691639680
ClassificationsDewey:384.60973
Audience
Tertiary Education (US: College)
Professional & Vocational

Publishing Details

Publisher Princeton University Press
Imprint Princeton University Press
Publication Date 19 April 2016
Publication Country United States

Description

Hugh Aitken describes a critical period in the history of radio, when continuous wave technology first made reliable long-distance wireless communication possible and opened up opportunities for broadcasting voice and music. Originally published in 1985. The Princeton Legacy Library uses the latest print-on-demand technology to again make availab