'A wonderfully ambitious and clear introduction to television studies for the undergraduate reader.' - Gill Branston, University of Cardiff, and co-author of The Media Student's Book

'An excellent introduction to television studies, with helpful accounts of key concepts tied to some engaging discussions of recent shows.' - David Gauntlett, University of Bournemouth and author of Media, Gender and Identity

'I have no doubt that this work will become a must for all students wishing to study the new and growing discipline of television studies.' - Paul Rixon, University of Surrey, Roehampton

'Destined to feature prominently on every television student's preparatory reading wish-list.' - Deborah Jermyn, University of Surrey, Roehampton and co-editor of Understanding Reality Television