{"product_id":"teen-tv","title":"Teen TV","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eTeen TV explores the history of television's relationship to teens, tracing the shifts in American and global televisual and teen media from the 1940s to the present. It examines a wide range of historical and contemporary programming, including broadcast bottlenecks, multi-channel eras, and the rise of streaming platforms. It also includes interviews with creators and showrunners of hit network television teen series. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e                                                            \u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 236 pages\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 27 May 2021\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Taylor \u0026amp; Francis Ltd\u003cbr\u003e                          \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTeen TV delves into the captivating history of television's pursuit of capturing the attention of teens, a coveted yet elusive audience. It explores the ways in which television has embraced various youth subcultures, tracing the profound shifts in American and global televisual and teen media. Spanning the generations since the medium's inception in the 1940s, the book offers a comprehensive examination of a diverse range of historical and contemporary programming. It delves into the broadcast bottleneck era, characterized by multi-channel platforms like MTV, the WB, and the CW, which specifically catered to young viewers. Additionally, it examines the rise of streaming platforms and the global crossover phenomenon, which has further expanded the reach and influence of teen TV.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book delves into the thematic concerns and narrative structures of the coming-of-age story, shedding light on the prevalent genre formations and milestones experienced by teen characters. It includes insightful interviews with the creators and showrunners of iconic network television teen series, such as Degrassi's Linda Schuyler and Gossip Girl's Eric Daman. These interviews provide valuable insights into the creative processes, cultural impact, and the significance of teen fashion on the small screen.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTeen TV is a valuable resource for students, scholars, and teachers interested in television aesthetics, TV genres, pop culture, youth culture, media, and television studies. It offers a comprehensive and interdisciplinary perspective on the evolution of teen TV and its profound impact on society. By examining the themes, narratives, and genre formations, the book provides valuable insights into the complex dynamics between television and teens, contributing to our understanding of the media landscape and its role in shaping young audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e                            \u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 260g                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 127 x 196 x 19 (mm)                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781138713895                                                      \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"StefaniaMarghitu","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44105065857274,"sku":"9781138713895","price":34.26,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/b132925c5f951c213877a1479201fcff.jpg?v=1624752792","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/teen-tv","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}