Substance / Style: Moments in Television

The 'Moments in Television' series explores the power and artistry of television, reassessing the synergy between substance and style and highlighting the potential for meaning to arise through their integration. It includes an eclectic range of TV fictions and is framed within historical, technological, institutional, cultural, creative, and art-historical contexts.

Format: Hardback
Length: 258 pages
Publication date: 26 April 2022
Publisher: Manchester University Press

The Television Series' Exciting New Spin: 'Moments in Television Collections'

The 'Moments in Television Collections' is a thrilling new addition to The Television Series, delving into the profound impact and artistic brilliance of television. These collections celebrate the power of television while also engaging in critical discussions of key concepts in television scholarship. Each 'Moments book is thoughtfully organized around a thought-provoking binary theme, such as 'Substance/Style.' This approach offers fresh insights into television's fundamental qualities and aesthetic significance, challenging the traditional boundaries between substance and style. By exploring the interplay between these elements, the book highlights the potential for meaning to emerge through their harmonious integration. The selected television programs are presented in captivating new ways, shedding light on their intricate narratives, characters, and themes.

Contributors from diverse backgrounds and perspectives come together in this book to expand and enrich the field of close analysis commonly found in television aesthetics. Sustained and detailed program analyses are carefully framed within historical, technological, institutional, cultural, creative, and art-historical contexts. This comprehensive approach provides a rich tapestry of insights, allowing readers to appreciate the intricate nuances and complexities of television as a medium.

Through its engaging content and interdisciplinary approach, The Television Series' 'Moments in Television Collections' offers a valuable contribution to television studies and media analysis. It encourages readers to explore the rich tapestry of television programming and to engage in critical discussions that deepen their understanding of this dynamic and ever-evolving medium. Whether you are a television enthusiast, scholar, or simply interested in the power of storytelling, this collection is a must-read for anyone seeking to explore the depths of television's artistry and significance.

Dimension: 216 x 138 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781526148780