The Radio Hobby, Private Associations, and the Challenge of Modernity in Germany

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Exploring the early twentieth-century fascination with radio, this book highlights how ordinary individuals in Germany engaged with this revolutionary technology as a leisure pursuit. It emphasizes the role of clubs and hobby organizations as vital social structures that allowed citizens to navigate the complexities of radio, independent of media institutions or government influence. By focusing on tinkerers and citizen scientists, the narrative reveals the often-overlooked social dynamics that accompany technological advancements.