Includes bibliographical references, filmography, discography and index
Introduction -- Prime-time realism : David Milch, David Simon, and television drama -- Peaks and valleys : David Milch and Hill Street blues -- Blue, black, and white : David Milch's NYPD blue -- Red balls : David Simon and Homicide : life on the street -- Street talk : David Simon's The corner -- American savagery : David Milch's Deadwood -- All the pieces matter : David Simon's The wire -- Conclusion
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Milch, David,1945-Criticism and interpretation
Simon, David,1960-Criticism and interpretation
Detective and mystery television programs-- United States
Television broadcasting-- Social aspects-- United States