- Paperback: 162 pages
- Publisher: Virgin Publishing; New edition edition (3 Jan 1998)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0863697070
- ISBN-13: 978-0863697074
- Product Dimensions: 29.7 x 22.6 x 1.3 cm
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 205,557 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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On 23 November 1963, a British institution was born. Doctor Who ran for almost 30 years and commanded a following no other TV programme matched. But in its day it had to face fierce opposition from within the BBC, and it only narrowly missed being axed after its first season when questions about the Darleks and their terrifying effects on children were asked in the House. This book is the definitive record of these early years, providing an insight into a production process very different from the sophisticated studio methods of today, and tells something of the internal political wranglings at the BBC. Actors, writers, directors and crew recall their contributions in a decade which saw the development of colour broadcasting and the move from primitive one-take studio sets to more elaborate location filming. The technical and creative processes involved are examined, revealing that many of the effects that were to become hallmarks of the series came about only by accident, and showing how episodes would often be patched together as budgets dictated the way the stories would develop.
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Excellent reference
25 Mar 2011
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This book is one of three in a series. The first being Dr Who The Sixties, the next Dr.Who The Seventies, and the last Dr. Who The Eighties. I can not recommend this set of books to any classic Dr Who fan strongly enough.. The details and behind the scenes info and production notes as well as the amazing collection of photos is staggering. This volume, The Sixties, deals with Doctor Whos first and second incarnations as played by William Hartnell and Patrick Troughton. Seeing how it is also the first book in the series it gives details as to how the show was concieved and made its way on air. There is info on every story, including cast notes, locations, dates, and even ratings for each episode. I had previously purchased both The Seventies and The Eighties books and this one, The Sixites completes my collection and I fully recommend them all. These books are written by the same authors of the Handbooks of the Doctors, 7 of them one for each Doctor, and they tie together perfectly. Great details and a real love of the show is evident in these books.
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A 'must have' for any Who fan
15 Oct 1998
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The book is simply marvelous. Packed with information and some never before seen footage, the book is a valuable source, reflecting on a decade that witnessed the show's birth. Just as important as 'The Seventies' and 'The Eighties.'
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