308 pages, indexed, illustrated, sources and bibliography. An immaculate copy, clean, unmarked and solid. Overseas customers please note the book is heavy and will attract additional postage - lots. "In September 2006, television in Australia will have been broadcasting for half a century - this book celebrates that anniversary with a comprehensive, highly illustrated large format account of those years. Here for the first time is a complete history of Australian television from its beginnings and coverage of the Melbourne Olympic Games through to Kath & Kim. Set out year by year, it brings together the stories behind the evolution of its broadcasting and production companies, and the famous TV shows and actors and personalities that have appeared on our flickering tube. Each year comprises stories of notable events and personalities for that year as well as Logie award winners, Quotable Quotes, 'fact files', a timeline, and the Hit Program of the Year. All in an accessible and appealing magazine-style design." (publoisher)