Mister Rogers' Neighborhood by Melissa Wagner

To anyone who grew up with the show, and even for those who didn’t, whether they were the generations before or after the original run of the program, it’s an absolute must for any pop cultural book collection. Written by Tim Lybarger, Melissa Wagner, Jenna McGuigganĪ book on the beloved public television children’s program Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood has just been released, and without question, it is as magical, charming, warm, and sincere as the pioneering man and the program itself.Įntitled Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood: A Visual History, it’s indeed just that, an absolute cornucopia of photos (many rare and never released publicly), original show notes, recaps of great and important moments on the show, and loving interviews from many of the key cast, crew, and special guests involved with the program, which ran for over four decades and spawned almost a thousand episodes. 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.Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood: A Visual History 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. His radical kindness, acceptance, and empathy created a sacred place where everyone felt safe and valued.įeaturing 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. 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.

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.

Go behind the scenes of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood with this unprecedented dive into its storied history. 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.

Mister Rogers' Neighborhood by Melissa Wagner