Beginning with the general history of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and the birth of the Oscars, this work includes coverage of each year's awards. It surveys the nominees, recounts speculation on possible winners, and describes the events of the actual ceremonies.

70 Years of the Oscar, newly revised and expanded, is the official history of the Academy Awards. It begins with a general history of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and the birth of the Oscars, followed by in-depth coverage of each year's awards. Author Robert Osborne surveys the nominees, recounts speculation on possible winners, describes the events of the actual ceremonies, and provides a complete listing of the nominees and winners in every category, making this book on the most important awards in show business. The nearly 700 candid pictures of the evening's events, stills from the movies; and original posters for every best picture round out each section. Combining Robert Osborne's knowledge and the Academy's exceptional archives, this book is unrivaled in illustration, accuracy, and comprehensiveness.

The beginning
1927-1937, the first decade
1938-1947, the second decade
1948-1957, the third decade
1958-1967, the fourth decade
1968-1977, the fifth decade
1978-1987, the sixth decade
1988-1997, the seventh decade
awards ceremonies
academy facts and records.