{"title":"Jonathan Schroeder","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the collection of works by Jonathan Schroeder, a distinguished author renowned for his insightful contributions to the domains of education and reference. Among his notable works is \u003cem\u003eDesigned for Hi-Fi Living\u003c\/em\u003e, a compelling exploration that connects the art and design sensibilities of the mid-20th century with the evolution of modern living.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJonathan Schroeder's writings often delve into the intricate interplay between culture and technology, offering readers a fresh perspective on how these elements shape our lives. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for enlightening his audience, Schroeder's books are a treasure trove for learners, educators, and curious minds eager to explore the influences of design on daily experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a student, a design enthusiast, or simply someone looking to expand your understanding of cultural aesthetics, Jonathan Schroeder's works provide a rich tapestry of knowledge and inspiration. Immerse yourself in his books and discover how the past has shaped the harmonious blend of function and form found in today's lifestyle.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"designed-for-hi-fi-living-by-jonathan-schroeder-9780262536011","title":"Designed for Hi-Fi Living","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow record albums and their covers delivered mood music, lifestyle advice, global sounds, and travel tips to midcentury Americans who longed to be modern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe sleek hi-fi console in a well-appointed midcentury American living room might have had a stack of albums by musicians like Frank Sinatra, Elvis Presley, or Patti Page. It was just as likely to have had a selection of LPs from slightly different genres, with such titles as \u003cem\u003eCocktail Time\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eMusic for a Chinese Dinner at Home\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eThe Perfect Background Music for Your Home Movies\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eHoneymoon in Hawaii\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eStrings for a Space Age\u003c\/em\u003e, or \u003cem\u003eCairo! The Music of Modern Egypt\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe brilliantly hued, full-colour cover art might show an ideal listener, an ideal living room, an ideal tourist in an exotic landscape-or even an ideal space traveller. In \u003cem\u003eDesigned for Hi-Fi Living\u003c\/em\u003e, Janet Borgerson and Jonathan Schroeder listen to and look at these vinyl LPs, scouring the cover art and the liner notes, and find that these albums offered a guide for aspirational Americans who yearned to be modern in postwar consumer culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBorgerson and Schroeder examine the representations of modern life in a selection of midcentury record albums, discussing nearly 150 vintage album covers, reproduced in colour—some featuring modern art or the work of famous designers and photographers. Offering a fascinating glimpse into the postwar imagination, the first part, \"Home,\" explores how the American home entered the frontlines of Cold War debates and became an entertainment zone—a place to play music, mix drinks, and impress guests with displays of good taste. The second part, \"Away,\" considers albums featuring music, pictures, and tourist information that prepared Americans for the jet age as well as the space race.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46354687623404,"sku":"9780262536011","price":44.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/12473123482281.jpg?v=1744286250"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/jonathan-schroeder.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}