A Critical History of Television's The Twilight Zone, 1959-1964

Jefferson, N.C.: McFarland, Jefferson, 2008. v, 282 pages; 24 cm New; very fine. Paperback. ISBN: 9780786438860, 078643886X

"Rod Serling's anthology series ""The Twilight Zone"" is recognized as one of the greatest shows of all time. This reference work gives a complete history of the show, from its beginning in 1959 to its final 1964 season. It then provides critical commentaries and incisive analyses of the 156 episodes, along with a listing of casts and credits."—Publisher. // Contents: Table of ContentsPreface Introduction Part I: History Part II: The Episodes Season One Season Two Season Three Season Four Season Five Appendices1. Chronological List of Episodes 2. Writer Biographies 3. Principal Writers and Their Twilight Zone Credits 4. Directors and Their Twilight Zone Credits 5. Principal Actors and Their Twilight Zone Credits 6. Close… But No Zone: Stories Never Filmed 7. Rod Serling’s Lost Episodes 8. Genres, Themes, and Plot Devices Notes Bibliography Index .