Columbia College Chicago Library ResearchGuides - Television

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Encyclopedia of Television
Excellent starting point for research. Entries cover all aspects of television and include references for further research. Also available in print at the Library, Ref 791.4503 E56n2004.

The Encyclopedia of 20th-Century American Television
Includes programs and significant television events that appeared on national networks from 1947 to 2000. Does not include cable television programs. Appendixes include top-rated programs and Emmy Award winners.
Encyclopedia of Television Subjects, Themes and Settings
Useful for investigating the depiction of themes in television over time. Sample entries include African Americans, lesbians, gay men, housekeepers, immigrants, and "dumb blondes."
The Complete Directory to Prime Time Network and Cable TV Shows, 1946-Present
This comprehensive book includes the casts, runs, and plots of thousands of programs. Appendices include hit theme songs, spin offs, as well as top rated and longest running series.
International Television and Video Almanac
Thorough and up to date reference of television personalities, statistics and sources. Includes biographies and obituaries of entertainment personalities, network and station information, professional associations, production services and much more.
Television Cartoon Shows: An Illustrated Encyclopedia, 1949-2003
Casts, runs, and plots of cartoon programs over the years.
Broadcasting and Cable Yearbook
Information spanning many aspects of broadcasting: statistics, ratings, contact information, technology, associations and more.
Standard Handbook of Video and Television Engineering
Explanations of technical terms and concepts related to video and television.