The Soap Opera Encyclopedia is a 1997 reference book by Gerard J.
Waggett which assembles comprehensive information about American
daytime soap operas.The Soap Opera Encyclopedia features commentary,
analysis and criticism of every American daytime soap opera that had
aired prior to the book's publication. It also discusses background,
significant storylines and impact of each program, and lists
performers and characters.The Soap Opera Encyclopedia features
commentary, analysis and criticism of every American daytime soap
opera that had aired prior to the book's publication. It also
discusses background, significant storylines and impact of each
program, and lists performers and characters.Waggett includes "The
Soap Opera 100," his look at "Daytime's 100 Most Noteworthy Actors,
Writers, and Producers." The book also gives overviews and background
for the Daytime Emmy Awards and Soap Opera Digest Awards, and lists
nominees and winners. Finally, the book lists US daytime soap opera
ratings from 1952 through 1997. The Soap Opera Encyclopedia (Waggett book) Top Movies & Young Movies