Philadelphia Radio by Alan Boris

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    About the Book

    Philadelphia Radio is the first book devoted exclusively to the history of radio broadcasting in Philadelphia. Written by a life-long Philadelphian, the book features over 200 photos (many rarely seen) designed to entertain as well as educate.

    Chapter list:

    Early Radio Broadcasting
    The Golden Age
    The Rock Music Era
    The Rise of FM

    Philadelphia Radio Personalities

    Photos include: Hy Lit, Ed Sciaky, Georgie Woods, Bill Wright, Jerry Blavat, Joe Niagara, Jerry Stevens, Jim O'Brien, Sid Mark, Perry Johnson, Louise Williams, Pierre Robert, Michael Tearson and many more!


    It's All About Philadelphia

    The history of Philadelphia Radio is also the history of Philadelphia: its people, locations, businesses, and interests. In addition to well-known radio personalities, here are some of the Philadelphia icons you'll see in this book:

    Walter Annenberg
    Frank Palumbo
    Richardson Dilworth
    A. Leon Higginbotham, Jr.
    Cecil Moore
    Frank Rizzo



    The following national figures and groups are also pictured in Philadelphia-related photos:

    Jackie Robinson
    Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
    John Lennon
    Edwin Armstrong
    Stan Kenton
    Robert Palmer
    Al Stewart
    Supertramp
    Carly Simon
    Billy Joel
    Asia
    Rodney Dangerfield
    Thompson Twins
    Howard Stern
    Joey Ramone

    How to Order

    The book was released on July 11, 2011. You can order online at Amazon.com using the link above or purchase directly from Arcadia Publishing. In addition, the book will be available at most Delaware Valley bookstores.

    Events

    The author will be signing books and greeting guests at the following locations:

    AIA Bookstore and Design Center
    1218 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
    Saturday, August 13 at 1PM

    Barnes & Noble - Jenkintown
    835 Old York Road, Jenkintown, PA 19046
    Saturday, August 20, 1 - 3 PM

    Books-A-Million
    901 E. Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107 (The Gallery)
    Saturday, September 10, 2PM - 4PM - Cancelled! to be rescheduled.

    Canterbury Tales Forever
    49 Peddlers Village Road, Lahaska, PA 18931
    Sunday, September 18, time TBA

    Moonstone Arts Center
    110A South 13th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
    Friday, September 30, time TBA
    Book signing and philadelphia radio audio/visual presentation


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