The Glass Teat

The Glass Teat: Essays of Opinion on Television is a 1970 compilation of essays written by Harlan Ellison for the Los Angeles Free Press on the current state of television. Although difficult to find, the book became highly-regarded by television insiders and schools with media studies programs, where it was picked to be used as a textbook in some classes.

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1970 - Harlan Ellison - Los Angeles Free Press - Television

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Although the book is badly dated by his commentary on all of the now-forgotten controversies and fads of the day, modern critics have noted that his criticisms have continued to remain relevant throughout the years.

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The Glass Teat is Volume One of a two volume set. The second volume is known as The Other Glass Teat.

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