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Published by Taylor Trade Publishing
Distributed by Simon & Schuster
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About The Book
With crisp dialog, outrageous characters, and an absurd sense of humor, it's no wonder British sitcoms are so well-loved! Best of the Britcoms covers the most noteworthy situation comedies ever to cross the pond. Each entry combines a show summary with descriptions of standout episodes and behind-the-scenes details, plus gives you production data and full cast listings. And now, the revised edition of this Britcom classic contains seven new chapters on programs that have aired in the U.S. since the original edition was published, such as The Office, Extras, and My Family. Fans of old-school Britcoms won't be disappointed either, as the revised edition also includes the later developments of older series' storylines and detailed information on specials and cast reunions that have occurred in the intervening years. Pick up this book, kick back, and get to know a Britcom!
Product Details
- Publisher: Taylor Trade Publishing (February 16, 2011)
- Length: 194 pages
- ISBN13: 9781589795266
Raves and Reviews
What do you do when you have almost 100 videos full of British comedy threatening to take over your living room and kitchen, not to mention your life? Well, if you’re self-confessed Anglophile Garry Berman, you take what’s on those videos and create a new book, Best of the Britcoms. And for comedy fans everywhere, there is much rejoicing.
– The Insider
Thanks to his interviews with 20 of the genre’s most prolific writers, Berman has also gleaned insights into the shows’ creative beginnings. The result: a book compiled with such intelligence and care that you could call its author a telly visionary.
– Entertainment Weekly
It is a splendid production and I am honored to have done the foreword.
– Richard Briers, star of Good Neighbors (The Good Life) and other Britcoms
A thoroughly entertaining book.
– Harold Snoad, Britcom producer (Are You Being Served?, Keeping Up Appearances, and Dad’s Army)
A must for the growing legions of Britcom fans.
– Midwest Book Review
Garry Berman lets his love of British television ring true. Best of the Britcoms is a must for anyone who wants to get into British comedy and its unique humor.
– Midwest Book Review
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