Lowell Thomas

Magic Dials: The Story Of Radio And Television is a book written by Lowell Thomas that delves into the history of radio and television. The book covers the evolution of these mediums from their early beginnings to the modern-day technology that we know today. Thomas explores the pioneers of radio and television, including the inventors and innovators who made these mediums possible. He also discusses the impact that radio and television have had on society, including their role in shaping popular culture and influencing politics. The book is filled with fascinating stories and anecdotes that bring the history of radio and television to life. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of media and communication. This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

One of the most fascinating accounts of a gold rush town.-Chicago Sunday TribuneMabel Barbee Lee has written a rousing tale of early days in Cripple Creek, Colorado. She speaks with authority because she arrived there as a child in 1892, and with wide-eyed wonder saw the whole place turn to gold. With his divining rod, Mabel's father tapped gold ore on Beacon Hill but missed becoming a millionaire by selling his claim short. Nonetheless, life was rich for young Mabel in a booming town with points of interest like Poverty Gulch, the Continental Hotel, and a fantastic house called Finn's Folly; with characters around like the promoter Windy Joe and (seen from a distance) the madam Pearl De Vere; with something always going on, whether a celebration or a disastrous fire or train wreck or a no-nonsense miners' strike. Mabel Lee's book brings back a time and place with affection. The foreword is by Lowell Thomas, who was her pupil when she was a young schoolmarm in Cripple Creek.