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  • The Forensic Psychology of Criminal Minds

    The bestselling author of The Forensic Science of C.S.I. examines the real-life cases behind the hit television series Criminal MindsWeek after week, the hit TV show Criminal Minds gives viewers a look inside the psyches of the fictional serial killers tracked by the BAU (Behavioral Analysis Unit). This elite team of FBI agents travels the country assisting law enforcement officials by examining ... Read more

    RM 46.09

  • Television Series of the 1990s

    Essential Facts and Quirky Details

    In the 1990s the big three networks were being challenged by upstarts FOX and the WB for viewer loyalty. Alongside must-see stalwarts like Frasier, Friends, and Seinfeld, the new networks introduced pop culture touchstones like Buffy the Vampire Slayer and The X-Files. Such shows not only made household names of their stars, but also thrived in syndication and some even graduated to the big screen ... Read more

    RM 178.29

  • Downton Abbey - A Celebration

    The Official Companion to All Six Series

    Since the moment we first entered Downton Abbey in 1912, we have been swept away by Julian Fellowes' evocative world of romance, intrigue, drama and tradition. Now, in 1925, as Downton Abbey prepares to close its doors for the final time, Jessica Fellowes leads us through the house and estate, reliving the iconic moments of the wonderfully aristocratic Crawley family and their servants as they ... Read more

    RM 102.89

  • Game of Thrones: A Guide to Westeros and Beyond

    The Only Official Guide to the Complete HBO TV Series

    by Myles McNutt ...
    As Westeros returns to our screens, relive all eight seasons of Game of Thrones with the ONLY official tie-in guide to the biggest TV series in the worldTHE PERFECT GIFT FOR ANYONE OBSESSED WITH HOUSE OF THE DRAGON__________Delve deeper into Westeros than ever before . . .Covering all eight seasons of the hit HBO show, this remarkable volume offers a unique and exci... ... Read more

    RM 87.79

  • Holiday Specials on Television, 1939-2021

    In November 1939, NBC's fledgling television station W2XBS broadcast the first known holiday special, The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Despite its small viewership (very few TV sets existed at the time), the experimental telecast was a harbinger of a now-beloved American tradition: the holiday television special.This book offers a thorough account of holiday television specials in the United ... Read more

    RM 96.49

  • Doctor Who: Impossible Worlds

    From distant galaxies in the far-flung future, to ancient history on the planet Earth, Doctor Who is unique for the breadth of possibilities that it can offer a designer. For the first time in history, the Doctor Who Art Department are opening their doors to reveal a unique, behind-the-scenes look at one of the most loved series on British Television.Whether it’s iconic sets like the TARDIS ... Read more

    RM 153.59

  • Gêneros e formatos na televisão brasileira

    Baseado numa pesquisa de mais de dez anos, José Carlos Aronchi de Souza, experiente profissional de televisão, professor de produção e diretor de programas educativos, identifica nesta obra as características técnicas e de produção dos diferentes gêneros de programas de TV. Em linguagem clara e acessível, oferece-nos um manual prático para a estruturação de programas. Trata-se de obra ... Read more

    RM 31.33

  • Andersons’ Supersonic Centuries:

    The Retrofuture Worlds of Gerry and Sylvia Anderson

    by Fred McNamara ...
    From The Adventures of Twizzle (1957) to Thunderbirds Are Go (2015), the many worlds of Gerry and Sylvia Anderson have given great pleasure to television audiences the world over. Even though they are no longer with us, their shows and ideas live on in new versions of classic favourites and development of other ideas and concepts.In Andersons’ Supersonic Centuries, critic and essayist Fred ... Read more

    RM 32.06 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • A History Of Early Television Vol 1

    Edited by Stephen Herbert ...
    In the 21st Century, broadcast television is an established part of the lives of many millions of people all over the world, bringing information and entertainment directly into our homes. The pieces in this volume date from 1879 to 1934 and consist of a selection of books, articles and news items relating to the first developmental period of television, before it became the ubiquitous medium that ... Read more

    RM 180.31

  • Doctor Who: Whotopia

    Welcome to the Whoniverse. First stop: everywhere.Six decades may only be a handful of heartbeats to a Time Lord, but for Doctor Who it's the adventure of several lifetimes. Evolving over 60 years, the world's longest-running sci-fi TV show has gifted us a universe of menacing monsters and unforgettable heroes. You might even call it a 'Whotopia'.Now you can roam free through the Doctor's ... Read more

    RM 153.59

  • Amazon Fire TV For Dummies

    Enjoy more entertainment with this friendly user guide to making the most of Amazon Fire TV!Find and watch more of the shows you enjoy with Amazon Fire TV For Dummies. This book guides you through Fire TV connections and setup and then shows you how to get the most out of your device. This guide is the convenient way to access quick viewing tips, so there’s no need to search online for information ... Read more

    RM 56.49

  • Reality TV: An Insider's Guide to TV's Hottest Market

    An Insider's Guide to TV's Hottest Market

    by Troy DeVolld ...
    Demystifying TV's most explosive genre, this handbook winds its informative way through all three stages of production and on into creating and pitching original shows in a thoughtprovoking and oftenhumorous read. ... Read more

    RM 70.49

  • Liberation

    The Unofficial and Unauthorised Guide to Blake's 7

    This definitive guide book to the classic 1970s BBC science-fiction series Includes comprehensive facts, figures and analysis, examination of key episodes from their genesis to the final version, excerpts from the original drafts of scripts and interviews with people involved in the production. This book is the ideal companion for anyone interested in the show, or in the development of television ... Read more

    RM 25.15 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Star Trek: A Post-structural Critique of the Original Series

    Media critic Michael Hemmingson offers a history and critique of the original Star Trek TV series, and the impact it has had on our culture, language, and science. Using the post-strctural lens, this study offers an insightful examination of sexual politics, colonial expansion, the human superiority over aliens, military action and the prime directive within the Star Trek realm. ... Read more

    RM 11.72

  • Film and Television Collections in Europe

    The MAP-TV Guide

    Edited by Daniela Kirschner ...
    Published in 1995, "Film & Television" is an important contribution to Film and Media. ... Read more

    RM 960.55

  • The New Machine Cinema

    In The New Machine Cinema, pioneering AI filmmaker Hooroo Jackson presents a groundbreaking theoretical framework for understanding cinema's next evolution. Drawing from his experience creating the first AI-generated feature film (Window Seat, 2023) and first AI animated feature (DreadClub: Vampire's Verdict, 2024), Jackson examines how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing filmmaking at both ... Read more

    RM 39.17

  • The Ultimate Outlander: Blood of My Blood Episode Guide

    Breaking Down the Time Travel Secrets, Romance Origins, and Hidden Connections That Change Everything

    What if everything you thought you knew about Jamie and Claire Fraser's epic love story was just the beginning?For devoted Outlander fans and newcomers alike, this comprehensive episode guide unlocks the hidden depths of Starz's groundbreaking prequel series "Blood of My Blood." Go beyond the surface romance to discover the shocking family secrets, time travel revelations, and ancestral ... Read more

    RM 35.25 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • JLS

    Our Story so Far

    by JLS ...
    Hot new boy band JLS welcome you to their world‘Brilliant’ Simon Cowell‘The best band we’ve had on The X Factor by far’ Cheryl ColeFollow the hottest new pop act on their rollercoaster ride to fame…Since their huge success on The X Factor and The X Factor finalists tour, JLS are well on their way to becoming one of the biggest boy bands the UK has ever seen – The X Factor final last Christmas drew ... Read more

    RM 51.29

  • The War for Late Night

    When Leno Went Early and Television Went Crazy

    by Bill Carter ...
    Bill Carter, executive producer of CNN’s docuseries The Story of Late Night and host of the Behind the Desk: Story of Late Night podcast, details the chaotic transition of The Tonight Show from host Jay Leno to Conan O’Brien—and back again.In 2010, NBC’s CEO Jeff Zucker, had it all worked out when he moved Jay Leno from behind the desk at The Tonight Show, and handed the reins over to Conan O ... Read more

    RM 42.49

  • Living the Dream

    My Story

    From girl next door to the nation's sweetheart, this is the story of Chantelle's spectacular rise to fame and celebrity. Told in her own words, Chantelle takes us on what has been a sometimes bumpy, but a truly magical journey.As a little girl growing up in Essex, Chantelle Houghton dreamed of becoming famous and living the life of a star. But never could she have imagined just how this dream ... Read more

    RM 33.69

  • Northern Exposure

    A Cultural History

    Series series The Cultural History of Television
    When Northern Exposure first aired on television in 1990, viewers were introduced to the small fictional town of Cicely, Alaska, and its quirky yet endearing citizens. During its run, Northern Exposure received critical acclaim, winning two Peabody Awards, seven Primetime Emmy Awards and two Golden Globes. Though the show was cancelled after six seasons, it has had a profound impact on ... Read more

    RM 142.59

  • Echoes of Animal Extinction

    Ten (10) Of The World's Most Endangered Animals.

    by Astrid Diaz ...
    As our society becomes increasingly reliant on resources, natural habitats are shrinking, and the populations of wildlife are declining rapidly.According to Living Planet Report, global wildlife populations have dropped by an average of 69% since 1970. Despite some remarkable success stories in wildlife conservation, many species remain endangered primarily due to unsustainable human activities ... Read more

    RM 16.00

  • Battle Lines

    The American Media and the Intifada

    by Jim Lederman ...
    This book is about the intifada, the popular Palestinian uprising in the Israeli-occupied territories, broadcasted by television to an audience of millions. It explores what happens in a democracy when a government faces a major political crisis with potentially damaging international implications. ... Read more

    RM 235.20