Alison Jackson presents a humorous folio of photographs to reveal all about the royal wedding between Kate and Wills, the most anticipated nuptials to come out of Britain since Charles and Diana, providing a glimpse into all the events we have imagined but never thought we would see. This largely chronological retelling of the romance of Wills and Kate and the run-up to the Royal Wedding will include pictures of the genealogical background of the two sides and details of the early days of their courtship right through to the wedding itself. There is the endless waiting for Kate the ring-gazing, gym regime, deportment and daily wash and blow. Then there is Wills preparations for the proposal and practice for the public announcement, not to mention the fun of the wedding preparations; drawing up the guest list, designing the menus and picking the wedding dress, while a variety of celebrity guests including Elton John, the Beckhams and Lady Gaga choose and try on their outfits for the special day. Our whistle-stop tour of the royal romance shows what everyone wishes they could see and gives us answers to questions like: How did blushing student Wills chat up Kate? How did Kate learn the tricks of the trade she needed to bag Wills and become Queen material? Ever wondered what actually happened when Wills proposed in the African bush? As for the happy couple s loved ones, how does poor old Charles feel about being upstaged by his young son with Diana s eyes and smile? We have the stag and hen nights; the arrival of the gifts from heads of states from around the world; and, of course, the shots of the The Big Day that you simply won t see anywhere else.
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Up the Aisle is strangely teasing
--Evening Standard, April 7, 2011
--Evening Standard, April 7, 2011
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Artist, photographer and film-maker Alison Jackson shocked the world with her Bafta Award-winning BBC TV series, Double Take. Alison has exhibited her artwork in contemporary art galleries and museums throughout Europe and North America, and also works in the medium of mass communication, via films, advertising, television, and books.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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I read this in my local library and it's really, really nasty. It didn't make me laugh, it just made me sad. :(
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By mbfasaunders
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Loved the wedding and loved this book - have bought 5 copies for friends and they have loved it too. You would have to be quite dull and prudish not to see the funny side.
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By fodsaks
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In the old sit-com, 'Hi-Di-Hi', Ted, the third-rate camp comedian's most celebrated act was his various impressions of famous people on the toilet.
We the viewer never actually got to see this performance as the camera would always pan away to the holiday camp audience laughing over their pints of brown ale while sweaty Ted went through his performance.
Spool forward to the 21st century and we have Alison Jackson basically doing exactly the same act through the medium of photography.
I'm not against her work because of any prudishness on my part, or any desire to stand up and defend the famous and wealthy from embarrasment. The fact is, her photos don't strike me as funny or in the least bit satirical, since they seem to make no commentary or critique on the celebs or public figures involved.
Oh look, it's Simon Cowell with his bum out, getting a tattoo! Oh look, there's a strip-o-gram at William's stag do (As though none of us had that mental picture anyway.) Oh look, it's Camilla in her underwear drinking a glass of wine (yawn)
Yes, very realistic lookalikes, and cleverly angled shots to make them as similar to the real people as possible... But what is the point?
Come back Ted, let's see your Queen Victoria on the toilet again.
We the viewer never actually got to see this performance as the camera would always pan away to the holiday camp audience laughing over their pints of brown ale while sweaty Ted went through his performance.
Spool forward to the 21st century and we have Alison Jackson basically doing exactly the same act through the medium of photography.
I'm not against her work because of any prudishness on my part, or any desire to stand up and defend the famous and wealthy from embarrasment. The fact is, her photos don't strike me as funny or in the least bit satirical, since they seem to make no commentary or critique on the celebs or public figures involved.
Oh look, it's Simon Cowell with his bum out, getting a tattoo! Oh look, there's a strip-o-gram at William's stag do (As though none of us had that mental picture anyway.) Oh look, it's Camilla in her underwear drinking a glass of wine (yawn)
Yes, very realistic lookalikes, and cleverly angled shots to make them as similar to the real people as possible... But what is the point?
Come back Ted, let's see your Queen Victoria on the toilet again.
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Kate and Will Up the Aisle
Alison Jackson's photographs are very witty and portray certain realities in the lives of famous people,who are featured in the media. I love her work. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Daniel Morgenstern
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Funny book
Super funny book. The models used are perfect! However, do take care not to let young children look at it as some of the pictures are for adults only.
Published 19 months ago by xgua
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Raunchy, amusing - a great satirical tribute to the Royal Wedding!
In some ways Alison Jackson's publicity for this book was 'the royal wedding' that kicked off 'The Royal Wedding'. Read more
Published on 13 May 2011 by Miss E. Potten
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Kate and Wills up the Aisle
A great coffee-table book, if not a bit irreverent, which brings a smile to the hardest of faces. So lifelike it's hard to think they are lookalikes. Great fun book.
Published on 2 May 2011 by Smiler
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For die hard Alison Jackson fans
I couldn't resist a peek at this after watching the Royal Wedding on screen and though I was amused by the book, I was not tempted enough to purchase it. Read more
Published on 29 April 2011 by Celia B
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Unsuitable for Royalists - even with a sense of humour !
I'm fairly broad minded and thought from the front cover that this book might be a nice present to send as a laugh to some friends who are "royalists" however when I received it... Read more
Published on 18 April 2011 by Linda Holmes
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A waste of money
I always enjoy a good giggle and I thought that this book would provide a little light relief from all the serious publications available in the lead-up to the Royal Wedding - but... Read more
Published on 15 April 2011 by Rosmyk
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The perfect remedy for pre-wedding nausea?
An appropriate day to be reading this Royal Wedding spoof: April 1st. If you are getting a teeny bit bored with all the hype - and believe me even in Spain the Sunday supplements... Read more
Published on 1 April 2011 by Sue Walker
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not your typical royal book - and that's why i like it
What i like about this book is that its not another boring story about how kate's mom and dad are hosting a wedding pub quiz, or that kate has chosen her ice cube size for the... Read more
Published on 1 April 2011 by Emile Farley
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hilarious romp!
I got this as a gift from my daughter and think it is absolutely hilarious! Some of the photos are a little bit crazy, but who doesn't enjoy seeing the 'real' royals on the toilet... Read more
Published on 1 April 2011 by Francine
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