radio

Describes the variety of activities, organizations, and experiences available to the ham radio operator. Includes a brief history of radio and explains how radios work.

Examines the evolution of radios, their design, and how they affect today's world.

A compilation of some of the words, thoughts, and experiences of people who were directly involved in the beginnings and heyday of broadcast radio.

Traces the history and invention of the radio and examines how modern-day versions of this device work and are used. Includes full-color photographs and a glossary.

Presents an overview of the operation and uses of radio broadcasting.

Describes individuals and technological developments that led to the invention of the radio and discusses radio waves, early radio broadcasting, changes in radio design, and types of radios other than AM and FM receivers, such as ham radios and walkie-talkies.

Text and illustrations explain applications of radio technology in our everyday life.

Describes the activities at a large radio station and explains the jobs of broadcasters, engineers, meteorologists, and others involved in putting together a radio show.

A short biography of late nineteenth-century Italian electrical engineer and Nobel laureate Guglielmo Marchese Marconi that profiles his life and works which included the development of a practical wireless telegraphy system known as the radio.

Looks at different types of disc jockeys, and discusses other jobs in radio such as program manager, technician, or talk show host; explains the process of getting started in the radio business; and features interviews with people who have had successful careers in radio.