Description
Discover the heartwarming tale of 'Sunshine and Laughter: The Story of Morecambe & Wise,' a captivating biography that explores the unique bond of television's most beloved duo. Written by Louis Barfe, this detailed account delves into the lives of Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise, the figures behind British comedy's golden era. Since its inception, 'The Morecambe and Wise Show' has been celebrated as cr me de la cr me in light entertainment, captivating millions with their unforgettable humor and camaraderie from the late 1960s to the early 1980s. This trade paperback edition, published in 2022, reveals the intricate dynamics, hilarious moments, and heartfelt friendship between these two icons of comedy who became a national institution. As Barfe artfully combines research with affectionate anecdotes, readers will discover why more than three decades after their last performance, Morecambe and Wise continue to evoke joy and laughter across generations. 'Sunshine and Laughter' is not just a book; it is a tribute to friendship, laughter, and the nostalgia of a prime-time comedy that defined a generation.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781838933388
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2022
Publisher: Bloomsbury
Description:
The unique story of Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise British television's most iconic double act.
'A warm and sympathetic portrait of two pals who conquered the world simply by radiating hilarious friendship' Sunday Times
'Barfe lifts the lid on the lives of TV's most iconic double act... and gets to the heart of what made them so loved by a nation' Sunday Post
'Set to be the definitive account of the television age's funniest pair' New European
'Colour about the characters of (Morecambe and Wise) is mixed with Barfe's usual forensic research' Chortle
The Morecambe and Wise Show was the cr me de la cr me of TV light entertainment from the late 1960s until the early 1980s. The hardy perennial comedy duo at its heart had even greater longevity, spanning five decades and becoming a national institution whose shows drew audiences in excess of twenty million. They also loved each other like brothers, and the audience repaid that love; they were the nation's best friends.
In Sunshine and Laughter, Louis Barfe tells the touching story of Morecambe and Wise, and explores how it is that thirty-seven years after their last television show, the tall handsome one with glasses and the one with the short, fat, hairy legs continue to work their unique brand of comedy magic.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781838933388
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2022
Publisher: Bloomsbury
Description:
The unique story of Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise British television's most iconic double act.
'A warm and sympathetic portrait of two pals who conquered the world simply by radiating hilarious friendship' Sunday Times
'Barfe lifts the lid on the lives of TV's most iconic double act... and gets to the heart of what made them so loved by a nation' Sunday Post
'Set to be the definitive account of the television age's funniest pair' New European
'Colour about the characters of (Morecambe and Wise) is mixed with Barfe's usual forensic research' Chortle
The Morecambe and Wise Show was the cr me de la cr me of TV light entertainment from the late 1960s until the early 1980s. The hardy perennial comedy duo at its heart had even greater longevity, spanning five decades and becoming a national institution whose shows drew audiences in excess of twenty million. They also loved each other like brothers, and the audience repaid that love; they were the nation's best friends.
In Sunshine and Laughter, Louis Barfe tells the touching story of Morecambe and Wise, and explores how it is that thirty-seven years after their last television show, the tall handsome one with glasses and the one with the short, fat, hairy legs continue to work their unique brand of comedy magic.