Mel Simons
It seems there is no end to the enormous amount of material in Mel Simons’ nostalgia collection. He has written 14 books on old-time radio, old-time television, music and humor and now, his latest, The Old-Time Television Trivia Book II. Each of Mel’s books elicits the rich history of a golden era in 20th century American entertainment complete with never-before-seen photographs and this book is no exception. You will revisit TV personalities who filled your living rooms with comedy, drama and music, personalities like Milton Berle, Red Skelton, Perry Como and Jackie Gleason. Pick up a pen and test your TV knowledge while you reminisce about great bygone days. Mel Simons wears many hats. He is an entertainer, raconteur, musician, author and long-time radio personality on WBZ Radio in Boston. Mel is a lifetime Boston resident whose home is a veritable treasure trove of nostalgia.