A visual celebration of Mister Rogers' Neighborhood, America's most
beloved children's television show, including a foreword by Tom Hanks
and a peek at the making of the feature film A Beautiful Day in the
Neighborhood, in theaters Thanksgiving weekend.
Go behind the scenes of Mister Rogers' Neighborhood with this
unprecedented dive into its storied history. More than fifty years ago,
Fred Rogers, a modest television host, revolutionized children's
entertainment with a simple set design, quiet dialogue, and a few hand
puppets playing out everyday situations. The effect was extraordinary:
Mister Rogers created a relationship with millions of young viewers,
each of whom felt as if they were visiting with a trusted friend. His
radical kindness, acceptance, and empathy created a sacred place where
everyone felt safe and valued.
Featuring exclusive photographs; a guide to the characters, puppets, and
episodes; original interviews; and rare ephemera, Mister Rogers'
Neighborhood: A Visual History reveals how the show came together to
have a deep impact on American culture. Discover wonderful anecdotes
from Yo-Yo Ma and Wynton Marsalis as well as the actors, directors, art
designers, producers, studio musicians, and more who devoted their
careers to working with Fred. Chronicling the show's complete
timeline--from its humble beginnings on WQED in Pittsburgh to its
commemoration on the big screen in the feature film A Beautiful Day in
the Neighborhood, starring Tom Hanks, based on a screenplay written by
Micah Fitzerman-Blue and Noah Harpster and directed by Marielle
Heller--this incredibly comprehensive book celebrates both Fred Rogers
and the wonderful legacy of Mister Rogers' Neighborhood.
