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Comedy Books for Christmas
Spike and Co: Spike, Eric and the Golden Age of British ComedySpike and Co: Spike, Eric and the Golden Age of British Comedy by Graham McCann
Buy new: £20.00 / Used from: £3.00
I've reviewed this about three times and none have shown up, but it's fascinating, brilliantly researched, well-written and an instant CLASSIC!
Tommy Cooper: Always Leave Them Laughing: The Definitive Biography of a Comedy LegendTommy Cooper: Always Leave Them Laughing: The Definitive Biography of a Comedy Legend by John Fisher
Buy used from: £2.61
THE biography of the great Tommy Cooper.
And It's Goodnight from Him...: The Autobiography of the "Two Ronnies": The Autobiography of the "Two Ronnies"And It's Goodnight from Him...: The Autobiography of the "Two Ronnies": The Autobiography of the "Two Ronnies" by Ronnie Corbett
Buy new: £17.00 / Used from: £0.01
If you miss them, you'll love owning this.
Michael Palin Diaries 1969-1979: The Python YearsMichael Palin Diaries 1969-1979: The Python Years by Michael Palin
Buy new: £12.50 / Used from: £0.01
Python as lived by one of the Pythons - it brings it back to life.
Inside "Little Britain"Inside "Little Britain" by Matt Lucas
Buy used from: £0.01
Well, if you know a fan, this will satisfy them over the holidays.
The Sound of LaughterThe Sound of Laughter by Peter Kay
Buy new: £11.99 / Used from: £0.01
Again, if you know a Kay fan, this is the obvious choice.
Hello (CD): The AutobiographyHello (CD): The Autobiography by Leslie Phillips
Buy new: £9.74 / Used from: £2.92
The CD version - Leslie's voice is something to treasure.
The Naked Jape: Uncovering the Hidden World of JokesThe Naked Jape: Uncovering the Hidden World of Jokes by Jimmy Carr
Buy used from: £4.29
Carr is the 'marmite' of today's comics, but this is a genuinely interesting read.
The World of Karl PilkingtonThe World of Karl Pilkington by Karl Pilkington
Buy new: £5.98 / Used from: £0.01
One for the students, possibly...
How Very Interesting!: Peter Cook's Universe And All That Surrounds ItHow Very Interesting!: Peter Cook's Universe And All That Surrounds It by Peter Gordon, Dan Kieran Paul Hamilton
Buy new: £5.99 / Used from: £1.96
A really engaging collection of anecdotes about a real genius.
Round Mr Horne: The Life of Kenneth HorneRound Mr Horne: The Life of Kenneth Horne by Barry Johnston
Buy used from: £7.99
A good choice for the more 'mature' comedy/old time radio fan.
If I Don't Write It Nobody Else WillIf I Don't Write It Nobody Else Will by Eric Sykes
Buy new: £5.96 / Used from: £0.01
Patchy, but if you're a fan you'll be happy to receive this.
I Think the Nurses are Stealing My Clothes: The Very Best of Linda SmithI Think the Nurses are Stealing My Clothes: The Very Best of Linda Smith by Linda Smith
Buy used from: £0.01
The late, much-missed Ms Smith - this is a lovely memento.
The Essential Dave AllenThe Essential Dave Allen by Graham McCann
Buy new: £6.96 / Used from: £0.23
This is a great stocking filler: very funny, clever and ideal for dipping in to.
Celebrities My Arse!Celebrities My Arse! by Ricky Tomlinson
Buy new: £10.00 / Used from: £0.01
If you need a book for the loo!