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Explore a classic sociological study with The Entertainment Functions of Television, published by Psychology Press. This volume serves as an indirect product of the work performed by the Committee on Television and Social Behavior of the Social Science Research Council (SSRC). Originally published in 1980, this book provides a deep look into how television functions as a source of entertainment within the United States. It is a curated collection of essays that examines the relationship between media and society through a social science lens. This text is an essential resource for students, researchers, and academics interested in social and developmental psychology. It offers a historical perspective on media influence and the social impact of television programming. Whether you are studying media effects or the history of social science research, this collection provides valuable academic insights into the role of broadcast media in American life.

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Academic collection of essays focused on the entertainment role of television in the United States.

Produced through the activities of the Social Science Research Council's Committee on Television and Social Behavior.

Provides a historical perspective on media studies, originally published in 1980.

Ideal for readers studying social and developmental psychology or media sociology.

Published by Psychology Press to support scholarly research and academic study.

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Amazon UK
Release Date
01 August 1980
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