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  • The Chronicles of Downton Abbey (Official Series 3 TV tie-in)

    by Jessica Fellowes, Matthew Sturgis ...
    The official companion to all three seasons.The Great War has ended, but Downton Abbey is far from peaceful…A changing world has brought new challenges and new guests. Inside the walls of the Great House there is more intrigue, rivalry and romance than ever.The Chronicles of Downton Abbey take you deep into the lives of the Crawleys, their servants, lovers, friends and guests. So wander the ... Read more

    R327,62

  • Paranormal State

    My Journey into the Unknown

    by Ryan Buell, Stefan Petrucha ...
    On the hit A&E series Paranormal State, Ryan Buell and his team of investigators delve deep into the mysterious world of ghosts, demonic disturbances, and sixth-sense sightings that shadows our everyday reality. Now, in this official companion book to the series, Buell takes you one step further, revealing the secrets of the show’s most intense cases and the shocking, never-before-told story of ... Read more

    R231,71

  • Lady Mary Crawley and Matthew Crawley Esq.

    by Jessica Fellowes, Matthew Sturgis ...
    Series Book 1 - Downton Abbey Shorts
    This richly illustrated short, extracted from the official book The Chronicles of Downton Abbey, focuses on the characters individually, examining their motivations, their actions and the inspirations behind them. Forwarded by Downton Abbey creator Julian Fellowes.‘There’s an independence about Mary,” says Michelle Dockery, the actress who plays her. “She’s not influenced by anyone and she’s very ... Read more

    R30,79

  • It’s Not What You Think

    by Chris Evans ...
    The story of how one council estate lad made good, really very good, and survived – just about – to tell the tale…Chris Evans’s extraordinary career has seen him become one of the country’s most successful broadcasters and producers. From The Big Breakfast to Don’t Forget Your Toothbrush and TFI Friday, Chris changed the TV landscape during the ‘90s; and on Manchester’s Piccadilly Radio, BBC Radio ... Read more

    R140,52

  • The Wit and Wisdom of Downton Abbey

    by Jessica Fellowes ...
    'Come war and peace Downton still standsand the Crawleys are still in it.'Downton Abbey is loved the world over for its fabulous costumes, beautiful scenery, wonderful characters and intricate plot lines, but what keeps millions of us coming back time after time is the stellar quality of the writing. With each stroke of his pen Julian Fellowes seems to gift us with a cuttingly dry quip from the ... Read more

    R357,29

  • Monty Python Speaks

    The Complete Oral History of Monty Python, as Told by the Founding Members and a Few of Their Many Friends and Collaborators

    by David Morgan ...
    With a Foreword by John Oliver, host of Last Week TonightIn celebration of the 50th anniversary of its BBC debut, a revised and updated edition of the complete oral history of Monty Python—an insightful, in-depth portrait of the brilliant and hysterically funny show that transformed modern comedy.Broadcast by the BBC between 1969 and 1974, Monty Python’s Flying Circus introduced something ... Read more

    R231,71

  • The World of Downton Abbey

    by Jessica Fellowes ...
    Downton Abbey has captured the imagination of the nation. Written by Oscar-winning writer Julian Fellowes the show has become the benchmark for quality drama, and a commentary on all things British.Downton Abbey portrays a world of elegance and decadence, a world of duty and obedience and a world of romance and rivalry: this companion book, full of rich historical detail, takes fans deeper into ... Read more

    R254,60

  • Kenneth Williams Unseen

    The private notes, scripts and photographs

    by Wes Butters, Russell Davies ...
    To mark the 20th anniversary of Kenneth Williams’ death, a beautiful coffee table book celebrating his life, including never-before-seen photographs, sketches and personal testimony from Williams’ closest friends, for the very first time.2008 marks the 20th anniversary of the death of legendary comic actor and broadcaster Kenneth Williams. Among the actor's bequests, in a will which itself was ... Read more

    R182,38

  • The Simpsons and Their Mathematical Secrets

    by Simon Singh ...
    From bestselling author of Fermat's Last Theorem, a must-have for number lovers and Simpsons fans'An entertaining picture of the insanely high-minded nature of the Simpsons' writers' Sunday Times***'***A valuable, entertaining book that, above all, celebrates a supremely funny, sophisticated show' Financial TimesYou may have watched hundreds of episodes of The Simpsons (an... ... Read more

    R246,78

  • NANCY PELOSI:

    ONE OF US MOST DECORATED FEMALE GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS MAKES A BOLD AND DECISIVE ANNOUNCEMENT.

    by Ideal Publishers ...
    With the Democrats' shockingly tight loss of their US House majority and the emergence of a new generation of party leaders, Nancy Pelosi's historic tenure as speaker will come to an end.Pelosi, 82, was scheduled to reveal her future plans.This quick read, which takes only 45 minutes to complete, gives in-depth information about the illustrious political career of one of the best female ... Read more

    R133,60

  • Au fond de la classe avec Malcolm

    Le génie face au réel

    by Sébastien Lecocq ...
    En janvier 2000, le monde des sitcoms se voit dynamité : Malcolm fait sa première apparition à la télévision ! Ô surprise, vingt-cinq ans plus tard, elle est toujours diffusée. Sous ses atours de comédie loufoque, la série Malcolm présente pourtant une vision sans concession, acide mais bienveillante, lucide mais hilarante, de la société contemporaine américaine. Avec pour guide les personnages, ... Read more

    R240,00

  • Une cartographie de l'inconscient

    La première étude française sur Twin Peaks

    by S.R. PELTIER ...
    Après 25 ans, Twin Peaks revient pour une troisième saison. Qu'est-ce que c'est, Twin Peaks ?Coincé dans la Chambre rouge depuis les années 90, ce guide attendait que la série revienne pour répondre de nouveau à cette question.Publiée à l'origine dans la collection Le Guide du Téléfan, cette étude - la première "fan theory" française - retrace l'histoire de la série de David Lynch et Mark Frost. ... Read more

    R48,99

  • I 'Ate You Butler - The Making of On the Buses

    Behind the Scenes of Britain's favourite sitcom

    by Tex Fisher ...
      For over forty years, On the Buses has been a much loved institution of British television comedy. But despite the loyal and dedicated fan base the series generated, the story of how programme developed have never yet been told. Now, for the first time, series creators Ronald Wolfe and Ronald Chesney have spoken at length about their brainchild. Revealing how the idea for On the ... Read more

    R100,84

  • International Dictionary of Broadcasting and Film

    by Desi Bognar ...
    No matter what continent you are on, the distinct professional language of radio and television broadcasters and film and video makers remains the same. Still the only reference that is international in scope, The International Dictionary of Broadcasting and Film, Second Edition is a comprehensive guide to professional filmmaking and broadcasting terminology. Entries also include information on ... Read more

    R1 770,02

  • The Television Treasury

    Onscreen Details from Sitcoms, Dramas and Other Scripted Series, 1947-2019

    by Vincent Terrace ...
    The first and only of its kind, this book is a straightforward listing of more than 25,000 trivia facts from 2,498 TV series aired between 1947 and 2019. Organized by topic, trivia facts include everything from home addresses of characters, to names of pets and jobs that characters worked. Featured programs include popular shows like The Big Bang Theory and Friends and more obscure programs like A ... Read more

    R747,14

  • Star Trek: A Post-structural Critique of the Original Series

    by Michael Hemmingson ...
    Media critic Michael Hemmingson offers a history and critique of the original Star Trek TV series, and the impact it has had on our culture, language, and science. Using the post-strctural lens, this study offers an insightful examination of sexual politics, colonial expansion, the human superiority over aliens, military action and the prime directive within the Star Trek realm. ... Read more

    R57,15

  • Television Series of the 1960s

    Essential Facts and Quirky Details

    by Vincent Terrace ...
    By 1960, watching television had become the pastime of millions of viewers around the world. Week after week, audiences tuned in to watch their favorite programs and catch up with their favorite characters. During the 1960s, some of the most beloved shows of all time originally aired, including The Andy Griffith Show, The Fugitive, Get Smart, The Man from U.N.C.L.E., and The Wild, Wild West. Even ... Read more

    R604,43

  • So You Want To Be A Television Presenter

    foreword by Chris Tarrant

    by Tony Nicholson ...
    This is a rare manual for the guidance of hopeful television presenters, written by BAFTA Award winning television producer Tony Nicholson, with a foreword by top TV presenter CHRIS TARRANT. It has been written based on over thirty years of working with some of the top names in the business, as well as a wealth of experience of helping, guiding and mentoring TV newcomers, many of whom have gone on ... Read more

    R222,87

  • The Tao of Jack Bauer

    What Our Favorite Terrorist Buster Says About Life, Love, Torture, and Saving the World 24 Times in 24 Hours with No Lunch Break

    by Steven Keslowitz ...
    As the preeminent post-9/11 television thriller, 24 has addressed critical issues relating to striking the proper balance between maintaining our civil liberties and ensuring our national security. The show continues to have a profound impact on the way in which we view the world.The Tao of Jack Bauer is an insightful study of Jack Bauer's influence in society. What does Jack Bauer teach us about ... Read more

    R57,95

  • Star Trek FAQ 2.0 (Unofficial and Unauthorized)

    Everything Left to Know About the Next Generation the Movies and Beyond

    by Mark Clark ...
    Series series FAQ
    Illustrations throughout ... Read more

    R282,20

  • The Top Gear Guide to Britain

    A celebration of the fourth best country in the world

    by Richard Porter ...
    For over ten years, Top Gear has been travelling all over Britain in the course of making the world’s best programme about cars, driving, and three men in smart-casual clothes shouting at each other. So, who better to assemble a guide to Britain itself with all its glories, quirks and multiple words for bread rolls?This book is not only a guide for outsiders; it is an invaluable reference manual ... Read more

    R284,27

  • Well Documented

    The Essential Documentaries that Prove the Truth is More Fascinating than Fiction

    by Ian Haydn Smith ...
    This fascinating book from veteran film journalist Ian Haydn Smith, with a foreword from award-winning director Asif Kapadia, explores 100 of the most compelling documentaries, each with the power to radically change our perceptions and challenge the way we see the world.Every so often a documentary comes along with the power to change the way you think, to share alternative perspectives, to make ... Read more

    R425,03

  • Encyclopedia of Television Film Directors

    by Jerry Roberts ...
    From live productions of the 1950s like Requiem for a Heavyweight to big budget mini-series like Band of Brothers, long-form television programs have been helmed by some of the most creative and accomplished names in directing. Encyclopedia of Television Film Directors brings attention to the directors of these productions, citing every director of stand alone long-form television programs: made ... Read more

    R4 997,54

  • Inside HBO's Game of Thrones II

    Seasons 3 & 4

    by C.A. Taylor ...
    HBO's GAME OF THRONES is one of the most remarkable success stories of recent television. Critically acclaimed, a ratings smash and going from strength to strength, the series will define fantasy for years to come.This second official companion book, following the hugely successful INSIDE HBO'S GAME OF THRONES, gives fans new ways to enter the world of Westeros and discover more about the beloved ... Read more

    R406,05