Description: A lively critique and discussion of four classic 50s TV comedies and their stars; a coffee table book complete with photos, including reminders of the Cold War paranoia that begat The Beat Generation - the decade that changed television forever. Everyone from Imogene Coca to Carl Reiner, Joe E. Ross, Gale Gordon, and Richard Crenna; featuring Phil Silvers, Sid Casesar, Eve Arden and Danny Thomas; plus many more television and movie stars of the 50s in some of their most memorable roles, with insider history of how it all took place. This coffee table book of underrated gems and deeply beloved television landmarks is a fun romp for any fan.
