The Essential Dave Allen by Graham Mccann Paperback Book

Description: The Essential Dave Allen by Graham Mccann A unique collection of stories, stand-up routines, sketches and interviews from comic legend Dave Allen, drawn together with the full co-operation of his family.A wonderful anthology of Allens very best material. JACK DEE FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description When Dave Allen passed away in March 2005, we lost a true comedy great. Sitting cross-legged on a high stool, whiskey in one hand, cigarette in the other, Dave Allens exasperated commentaries on the absurdities of modern life struck a chord with millions of fans in Britain, Ireland and Australia for over four decades. He was a compelling storyteller - able to spin shaggy dog stories out of the almost any subject, including the missing tip of his fourth finger of his left hand, for which he provided various unlikely explanations. But his gentle, laconic wit could also give way to ferocious attacks on the media, the state and, most famously, the Catholic Church. He was a unique talent - a comic who could make his audiences laugh, cry, and be shocked, all in one.This official celebration of Dave Allens comedy has been drawn together by Graham McCann - Britains best-loved entertainment writer. It is a treasure trove of stories, stand-up routines, sketches, interviews and photos, which takes us on a journey from the cradle to the grave. It will delight Dave Allens million of fans, old and new alike.Dave Allen was our greatest storyteller and nobody ever came close to his ability to spin a yarn. He was unique, right up there with the greats. Jack Dee Notes A unique collection of stories, stand-up routines, sketches and interviews from comic legend Dave Allen, drawn together with the full co-operation of his family. Author Biography Dave Allen, one of TVs most successful comedians, died on March 10th 2005, aged 68. The suave Irish comic, a former journalist and Butlins redcoat, built up a massive following first on Channel 9 in Australia, then through the 60s, 70s and 80s with numerous shows on the BBC and ITV. Graham McCann is the acclaimed and best-selling author of Frankie Howerd, Morecambe & Wise, Cary Grant and Dads Army. Review The Essential Dave Allen does exactly what it says on the tin, taking all his best material from the last four decades and collating them into pertinent sections. A great man is sorely missed, The Essential Dave Allen reminds us what a unique brain we had in our midst for so long. - Irish IndependentI thought the jokes would fall flat without that mellow Irish delivery and impeccable timing, but they fly off the page like candy-coated barbs. McCanns book offers interesting observations, too, about the man himself. - Daily TelegraphHe was an original. He carved his own path ... and he was a torchbearer for all the excellent Irish comics who have followed in recent years. Eddie Izzard - Eddie IzzardHe was the uncle to end all uncles, childlike yet oracular and possessed of a ravenous appetite for human folly. When he adjusted his waistcoat or shot his cuffs, dragons of unreason gasped and died at his feet. Dylan Moran Promotional A unique collection of stories, stand-up routines, sketches and interviews from comic legend Dave Allen, drawn together with the full co-operation of his family. A wonderful anthology of Allens very best material. JACK DEE Long Description When Dave Allen passed away in March 2005, we lost a true comedy great. Sitting cross-legged on a high stool, whiskey in one hand, cigarette in the other, Dave Allens exasperated commentaries on the absurdities of modern life struck a chord with millions of fans in Britain, Ireland and Australia for over four decades. He was a compelling storyteller - able to spin shaggy dog stories out of the almost any subject, including the missing tip of his fourth finger of his left hand, for which he provided various unlikely explanations. But his gentle, laconic wit could also give way to ferocious attacks on the media, the state and, most famously, the Catholic Church. He was a unique talent - a comic who could make his audiences laugh, cry, and be shocked, all in one.This official celebration of Dave Allens comedy has been drawn together by Graham McCann - Britains best-loved entertainment writer. It is a treasure trove of stories, stand-up routines, sketches, interviews and photos, which takes us on a journey from the cradle to the grave. It will delight Dave Allens million of fans, old and new alike.Dave Allen was our greatest storyteller and nobody ever came close to his ability to spin a yarn. He was unique, right up there with the greats. Jack Dee Review Quote The Essential Dave Allen does exactly what it says on the tin, taking all his best material from the last four decades and collating them into pertinent sections. A great man is sorely missed, The Essential Dave Allen reminds us what a unique brain we had in our midst for so long. - Irish IndependentI thought the jokes would fall flat without that mellow Irish delivery and impeccable timing, but they fly off the page like candy-coated barbs. McCanns book offers interesting observations, too, about the man himself. - Daily TelegraphHe was an original. He carved his own path ... and he was a torchbearer for all the excellent Irish comics who have followed in recent years. Eddie Izzard - Eddie IzzardHe was the uncle to end all uncles, childlike yet oracular and possessed of a ravenous appetite for human folly. When he adjusted his waistcoat or shot his cuffs, dragons of unreason gasped and died at his feet. Dylan Moran Promotional "Headline" A unique collection of stories, stand-up routines, sketches and interviews from comic legend Dave Allen, drawn together with the full co-operation of his family. A wonderful anthology of Allens very best material. JACK DEE Description for Sales People The one and only AUTHORISED book on Dave Allen, this is likely to backlist for years. Compiled with full support of the late comedians wife and children. Details ISBN034089945X Year 2006 ISBN-10 034089945X ISBN-13 9780340899458 Format Paperback Imprint Hodder Paperback Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 792.23028092 Media Book Edition New edition Pages 320 Publication Date 2006-07-13 Publisher Hodder & Stoughton UK Release Date 2006-07-13 Illustrations 36 colour and b&w Author Graham Mccann Audience General NZ Release Date 2006-11-30 AU Release Date 2006-11-30 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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