"Science Fiction Television traces the development of the genre as a distinct cultural phenomenon within the context of broader developments in American culture as a whole." "In the process, it offers a unique and informative guide for television fans and science fiction fans alike, one whose coverage is unprecedented in its scope and breath. A must-read for anyone interested in its subject or in American popular culture, Science Fiction Television is a history of one of television's most lasting forms of entertainment."--BOOK JACKET.