Radio and Television Broadcasting in Eastern Europe was first published in 1974.The importance of knowing as much as possible about radio and television broadcasting in foreign countries can hardly be overemphasized, since the political and social directions and impact of the mass media are critical factors to be considered in any assessment or understanding of a nation's strengths and weaknesses. This comprehensive study of broadcasting in the socialist countries of East Europe is, therefore, of significance not only to specialists in communications but also to political scientists, government officials, historians, sociologists, and others who need accurate information about this aspect of the socialist regimes. This is the first reasonably complete book about broadcasting in the Eastern European countries.Professor Paulu describes and appraises the theory and practice of radio and television broadcasting in the Soviet Union, East Germany, Poland, Czechoslovakia, Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, Yugoslavia, and Albania. Among the subjects covered are basic information theory, legal structure, finance, technical facilities, stations and networks, program objectives, principal program areas, audience research, and broadcasting for listeners abroad. Among the program types discussed are news, current affairs, drama, music, documentaries, educational, film, entertainment, and sports.In addition to extensive documentation from both American and foreign sources, the author has drawn upon his research conducted during six trips to the Soviet Union, three each to East Germany, Poland, Czechoslovakia, Hungary, and Romania, two to Yugoslavia, and one to Bulgaria.