Michael Keane
Charlie Brown's Christmas Miracle: The Inspiring, Untold Story of the Making of a Holiday Classic
Charlie Brown's Christmas Miracle: The Inspiring, Untold Story of the Making of a Holiday Classic
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Professor and cultural historian Michael Keane's book explores the history and cultural impact of the Christmas special "A Charlie Brown Christmas," revealing it as a miracle and an uplifting triumph embraced by millions of families. Keane's research and interviews provide insight into the program's production and its lasting significance in American popular culture.
Format: Hardback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 02 November 2023
Publisher: Little, Brown & Company
Professor and cultural historian Michael Keane delves deep into the nostalgic realm of this captivating book, brimming with original research and insightful interviews. Keane compellingly demonstrates that the ultimate broadcast of the Christmas special, despite its incredibly tight five-month production schedule and the initial skepticism it received from network executives who first screened it, can be aptly described as nothing short of a miraculous feat. Keane unravels the compelling reasons behind the show's enduring success, despite its technical shortcomings, and its ability to touch the hearts of millions of families every Christmas season, surpassing fifty years since its premiere.
Furthermore, this captivating and heartwarming behind-the-scenes narrative of the creation of A Charlie Brown Christmas sheds light on how the program's creators navigated the challenges to bring it to life. It also provides valuable insights for readers, both avid fans and newcomers, into how this beloved Christmas special has profoundly impacted American popular culture. Keane skillfully weaves the historical context of 1965, the tumultuous year of the program's production, into his narrative, offering a profound new perspective on the program's iconic climactic scene, Linus's profound soliloquy, which answers the question posed by Charlie Brown repeatedly: "Isn't there anyone who knows what Christmas is all about?"
In conclusion, Professor and cultural historian Michael Keane's book offers a captivating journey into the world of A Charlie Brown Christmas, revealing the remarkable story behind its creation and its enduring impact on popular culture. Through meticulous research and insightful interviews, Keane paints a vivid picture of the challenges faced by the program's creators and showcases the miraculous circumstances that led to its ultimate broadcast. This book is a must-read for anyone who cherishes the memories of this beloved Christmas special and seeks to understand its profound significance in shaping our cultural landscape.
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781546004905
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