Guiding Light: A 50th Anniversary Celebration
“Guiding Light: A 50th Anniversary Celebration” by Christopher Schemering is a fully authorized tribute to America’s longest-running soap opera, published by Ballantine Books on December 12, 1986. This first edition spans 272 pages and offers a comprehensive look at the show’s history, featuring behind-the-scenes anecdotes, rare photographs, and engaging trivia that highlight its significance in broadcast history.
Readers will discover a detailed exploration of the production process, including a typical day on set illustrated with photos. The book covers the show’s journey from radio in 1937 to its television debut in 1952, providing storylines, selected dialogue, and profiles of beloved cast members. Additionally, it includes cast and production lists, as well as a tribute to Charita Bauer, making it a valuable resource for fans and collectors interested in the legacy of soap operas.
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The fully authorized tribute to America’s favorite soap opera—the longest running drama in broadcast history
This collector’s guide includes:
• The Backstage Saga: A historical overview, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, rare photos, and fascinating trivia
• On the Set: A typical day of production—with photos
• The Story on Radio 1937–1952
• The Story on TV 1952–1987: Story line, selected dialogue, and photos of the stars
• Who’s Who and Who Was Who: Photos and profiles of the cast and the most beloved performers of the past
• Cast and Production Lists: Who played who and when
• A tribute to Charita Bauer
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