Matthew F. Delmont
Making Roots: A Nation Captivated
- ISBN 13:
- 9780520291324
- author:
- Matthew F. Delmont
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- University of California Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 264
- Dimensions:
- 14 x 2.5 x 21 cm
- Genre:
- Society, Politics & Philosophy, Social Sciences, Communication Studies, Matthew F. Delmont,Making Roots: A Nation Captivated,University of California Press,0520291328,Regional History,USA,21st century,Haley, Alex,21st century, c 2000 to c 2100,Black
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Alex Haley's Roots was an instant success when it was published in 1976. The subsequent television series, broadcast by ABC in 1977, became the most popular miniseries of all time, captivating over a hundred million Americans and sparking a national conversation about slavery. In Making Roots, Matthew F. Delmont examines how this cultural phenomenon came to be, exploring the decisions made by Alex Haley, Doubleday, and ABC that led to its creation. The book delves into the complexities of mass culture and the ways in which Roots pushed the boundaries of history. Delmont uncovers the story behind Haley's original proposal, tracing how it evolved into an unprecedented cultural event.
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