From Tin Foil To Stereo: Evolution Of The Phonograph is a comprehensive book that delves into the history and evolution of the phonograph. Written by Oliver Read, the book explores the origins of the phonograph, which was invented by Thomas Edison in 1877, and traces its development over the years.The book covers the various advancements made in the field of sound recording, from the early days of wax cylinders and shellac records to the introduction of vinyl records and stereo sound. It also explores the impact that the ...
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From Tin Foil To Stereo: Evolution Of The Phonograph is a comprehensive book that delves into the history and evolution of the phonograph. Written by Oliver Read, the book explores the origins of the phonograph, which was invented by Thomas Edison in 1877, and traces its development over the years.The book covers the various advancements made in the field of sound recording, from the early days of wax cylinders and shellac records to the introduction of vinyl records and stereo sound. It also explores the impact that the phonograph had on society and the music industry, and how it changed the way we listen to and consume music.Read's writing is engaging and informative, and he presents a wealth of information in an accessible and easy-to-understand manner. The book is filled with fascinating anecdotes and stories about the people who played important roles in the development of the phonograph, and it provides a rich and detailed history of this important invention.Overall, From Tin Foil To Stereo: Evolution Of The Phonograph is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of sound recording and the impact that the phonograph has had on our lives. Whether you are a music lover, a history buff, or simply curious about the evolution of technology, this book is sure to captivate and inform you.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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Publisher:
Howard W. Sams & Co., Inc., / The Bobbs-Merrill Co.
Published:
1959
Language:
English
Alibris ID:
12527507328
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Seller's Description:
Tall 8vo. xv, [1], 524 (550) pp. Over 100 text illusts., photos, diagrams. Half-pink cloth over red boards, gilt lettering on spine (minor rubbing, shelfwear, ex-lib markings on endpapers, title, lower fore-edge), w/ d.j. (slight bumping head of spine, shelfwear, ex-lib spine label), still G-/G-ex-lib copy. First edition, stated of the first complete history of the phonograph from the invention of the Edison cylinder machine, through the development of 78s, 33s, 45s, singles, mono-records, stereo recordings, juke boxes, and much more.
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Good in good dust jacket. This is a used book in good condition and may show some signs of use or wear. This is a used book in good condition and may show some signs of use or wear.
