Still the focus of major political controversy today, the essential issues in Canadian broadcasting emerged thirty years ago. This fascinating book traces both the development of radio from its beginnings in 1920 to the inception of television in 1952, and the formation of public policy throughout these years. The course of the development was far from smooth. Professor Peers describes the contending forces, the politicians, pressure groups, newspapers, and business interests that joined in the fray. The inner story of the power struggles involved is told here thoroughly for the first time, and the significance of these struggles for the development of the system is placed in perspective.
- ISBN10 0802062105
- ISBN13 9780802062109
- Publish Date 1 January 1973 (first published 1 January 1969)
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country CA
- Imprint University of Toronto Press
- Format Paperback
- Pages 474
- Language English