We want to know more about the people that we’re looking at,” said certified home stager Lora Cristofari. “I think as human beings, we’re naturally curious. Viewers were able to get rare glimpses into the living spaces of celebrities and performers who appeared on the show.Ĭo-host Stephen Colbert stood beside built-in shelves with traditional book placement, a stark contrast to actor Kerry Washington’s colour co-ordinated books, with dark spines on her top shelf, yellow books on the middle and red ones on the bottom. The “One World: Together at Home” coronavirus relief broadcast last week captured the new normal of in-home broadcasting. Or they could simply be an esthetically pleasing focal point of one’s living space. They could also provide a chance for the well-read - or those who wish they were - to toot their literary horn. (For authors) it’s usually copies of their own book in the background.”ĭepending on the subject and the reach, bookshelves can serve as billboards for those inclined. I think I’ve seen some people clearly propped up. “How legitimate it is, is a big question. “It’s a sneak peek into their private lives,” said Princeton University history professor Kevin Kruse. They can provide a backstage pass for inquisitive viewers and curious book lovers alike. Whether it’s celebrities broadcasting to millions of people or a few co-workers connecting on a Zoom video call, bookshelves can be a frequent backdrop. The transition to in-home makeshift studios during the COVID-19 pandemic has forced TV personalities, reporters, on-air talent and contributors to record from living rooms, basements and home offices.
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