Lucy & Desi
Television's Golden Age
June 11, 2025
Desi Arnaz
Five Paris Readers Circle members will be selected at random to win a copy
Anyone who grew up in America in the fifties can remember Lucy and Ethel stomping grapes in Italy or eating chocolates on a fast moving assembly line but you may not have known about the genius behind the show.
An illuminating biography of Desi Arnaz, the visionary, trailblazing Cuban American who revolutionized television and brought laughter to millions as Lucille Ball’s beloved husband on I Love Lucy, leaving a remarkable legacy that continues to influence American culture today.
Todd Purdum
A conversation with the author of DESI ARNAZ.
TV's Golden Age
From the rise of live television and pioneering sitcoms to the influence of news broadcasts and variety shows, this book examines the key figures, groundbreaking programs, and technological innovations that defined the era. Readers will discover how television’s rapid adoption influenced social norms, advertising strategies, and even presidential campaigns, leaving a lasting impact on modern media.
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