- Paperback: 192 pages
- Publisher: Virgin Publishing; New edition edition (21 Sep 1995)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0863698719
- ISBN-13: 978-0863698712
- Product Dimensions: 29.5 x 22.4 x 1.3 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 572,171 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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By 1970, "Doctor Who" had been running for seven years and was established as one of Britain's favourite TV shows. But it was yet to reach the peak of its popularity. With episodes now shown in full colour and a new actor in the role, a new era was at hand. After Jon Pertwee came Tom Baker, the actor many people now associate with the part and who earned the show its highest ever viewing figure. This book details the show's development during the pivotal period of the 1970s, revealing facts about the actors, the technical crew and the public reaction. In researching this book, the authors had access to the BBC's files and have discovered hundreds of facts about the Time Lord.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Dr Who was in its heyday in the 70s, with decent budgets, great supporting cast, and two of the most charismatic Doctors, Jon Pertwee and Tom Baker. The special effects were ambitious (occasionally too ambitious!) the companions were among the best (Sarah Jane Smith, Leela and Romana) and a lot of effort was put into making the scripts work well. However, when you're watching it, questions pop into your head. Who's that actor? How long did that model take to build? Is there a person in that monster suit? Where is that quarry, anyway? This book is about answering those questions. Every episode in the 70s gets a write-up, and there are are sections on lost episodes, merchandise, profiles of the main actors, and, of course, lots of pictures including production sketches, publicity stills and more. While it doesn't answer every question you might have about the series, it has a good stab at doing so, and is the perfect companion for rewatching the series.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
If you love Who -- then get this book
15 Oct 1998
Format:Paperback
This is my favorite non-fiction Doctor Who book of all time. The book is loaded with some never before seen footage and insightful data. The layout is wonderful and captures the decade that brought us Jon Pertwee and Tom Baker. My favorite chapter of the book features merchandise from the 70's -- so far the only Who book that addresses this aspect of the show.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Brilliant!
8 Jun 1999
Format:Hardcover
A delightful review of the world of Doctor Who as it stood in the 1970's. It includes many rare pictures from the series as well as publicity shots and behind-the-scenes photos. From Adams, Douglas to Zygons (Terror of), this is a wonderfully produced Master-piece! A truly great book for all Doctor Who fans!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
the sixties is a true masterpiece
29 May 1999
Format:Hardcover
I've just read this wonderful book and it is WELL worthe reading so dont think twice about buying this book
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