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Dalek I Loved You (Gollancz S.F.) (Paperback)

by Nick Griffiths (Author)
4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (21 customer reviews)

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  • Paperback: 288 pages
  • Publisher: Gollancz; Reprint edition (10 April 2008)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0575082194
  • ISBN-13: 978-0575082199
  • Product Dimensions: 19.6 x 12.8 x 2.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (21 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 42,033 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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"An unadulterated nostalgia-fest written with fun, wit and love. I'm a number of years younger than Griffiths and of a different sex, but I've rarely read anything that so reflects my own opinions and feelings about the series and more besides. If friends, parents and partners don't quite comprehend a fan's love for the Doctor, this is the book that might help them get there." --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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"Griffiths does have a story and he does it in a very amusing manner. Dalek I Loved You is more than just a tribute to a sci-fi icon., it is also a moving and charming memoir which brought the 1970s and 1980s flooding back to me." (Darryl Armitage NEWS LETTER (N. Ireland) )

'Even if you're not a real Whovian, there's plenty to keep you entertained as it's packed with warm nostalgia, amusing anecdotes, observational humour and embarrassing moments.' (Book of the Month) (BOYS TOYS )
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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars You don't have to be a Doctor Who fan... but it helps, 27 Mar 2007
By A. Brideson (Melbourne, Australia) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Dalek I Loved You (Gollancz S.F.) (Hardcover)
It's been a while since I've read a book cover to cover in one or two sittings, and Dalek I Love You is definitely one of those. A childhood memoir (that really shouldn't be as highly entertaining as it actually is) intertwined with Doctor Who (and various 80s pop culture) factoids, it really doesn't matter that the narrative frequently jumps around all over the place, as Griffiths' writing style makes things as smooth and effortlessly offhanded as you'd expect from a music journo. There are several laugh-out-loud moments, and it even elicited a few wistful memories, despite my being born a decade later. Oh, and you don't have to be a Doctor Who fan, but it helps!
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5.0 out of 5 stars The Best Seventies Memoir Around, 20 Dec 2007
By Jl Adcock "John Adcock" (Ashtead UK) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Dalek I Loved You (Gollancz S.F.) (Hardcover)
Dalek I Loved You looks like it's going to plough the same well-worn material as other seventies memoirs, such as those written by Andrew Collins. Actually - this one is far superior to any of the others in this genre. It's funny, genuine, and Griffiths comes over as a really decent bloke who can't believe his good fortune to be earning a living writing about stuff he loves.

The Dr Who material is well-handled, and brought back loads of great memories for me from the Jon Pertwee and Tom Baker eras of the programme. With a writing style that is slick and easy to read, Griffiths has put together a real page turner of a trip down memory lane that will appeal to lots of people who grew up loving classic Dr Who. Really well done - and a great feel good read!
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8 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Not just for Whovians!, 20 April 2007
By M. Stay "Mark Stay" (Epsom, Surrey United Kingdom) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Dalek I Loved You (Gollancz S.F.) (Hardcover)
I was never much of a Dr Who fan when I was a kid... call me shallow, but after seeing Star Wars I couldn't get past Who's shoddy effects. However, this is a great stroll down memory lane for anyone who grew up in the 70s and 80s and now watches the current Dr Who with their kids. He manages to cram in tons of pop culture from the period and it's very funny too! Highly recommended...
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5.0 out of 5 stars Being a Father and Dr Who
I am just reading the book and have been overwhelmed by the fact that it accurately describes the joy of growing up, watching Dr Who in the 70's, and having it become totally part... Read more
Published 20 days ago by Mr. Jason Wilsher-mills

1.0 out of 5 stars Proof that anyone can write a book!
Heres a biography of someone who has never done anything interesting in his life allowed to publish all the boring details.
Hes not even a Doctor Who fan. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Conrad1965

5.0 out of 5 stars So true....
Nick and I are very close in age, within a couple of months in 1965, and so our memories plough the same furrow. This was a truly enjoyable read. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Andy Bott

5.0 out of 5 stars Simply super
This fantastic debut novel, by the Radio Times' Nick Griffiths, is a laugh fest from start to finish. Read more
Published 18 months ago by E. C. Alexander

5.0 out of 5 stars Nick... thanks for the time machine
This is such a beautiful book. Nick writes warmly and entertainingly about his own childhood obsession and in doing so reminds us of our own and how they shaped the people we... Read more
Published 19 months ago by M. D. Cassidy

2.0 out of 5 stars Strictly Whovians
Not being a Dr Who fan whatsover I (Pertwee was my first Doctor but I couldn't name any after Tom Baker until the relaunch)I found the early part of his childhood obsession... Read more
Published 19 months ago by Ageing Cynic

2.0 out of 5 stars Strictly for hard core fans
For those of use who remember Dr Who in the 1970s, there is a modicum of interest in this book. But there is too little Dr Who and too much about the author's life. Read more
Published 21 months ago by De Bakey

4.0 out of 5 stars "Invasion of the Nostalgicons"
A warm and charming book in which the author tells his life story so far, referenced to what Doctor Who stories were showing during key events. Read more
Published 23 months ago by Bob Marlowe

4.0 out of 5 stars Warm bloke autobiography for 30- and 40-year-old Dr Who fans
A mixed bag, this book. Parts of it are a warm nostalgia trip back to 1970s childhood, parts of it are the frankly slightly bland and self-indulgent autobiography of a journalist,... Read more
Published on 15 Dec 2007 by Mr. Stuart Bruce

5.0 out of 5 stars 'Dalek I Loved You' - I loved it!
My boss bought me this book. My reputation precedes me and everyone, but everyone knows I love Dr Who. I suppose he just saw the Dalek on the cover and thought of me, bless him! Read more
Published on 19 Oct 2007 by N. Beards

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