DOCTOR WHO 3x Books

The Sixties (Paperback)

On 23 November 1963, a British institution was born. Doctor Who ran for almost 30 years and commanded a following no other TV programme matched. But in its day it had to face fierce opposition from within the BBC, and it only narrowly missed being axed after its first season when questions about the Darleks and their terrifying effects on children were asked in the House. This book is the definitive record of these early years, providing an insight into a production process very different from the sophisticated studio methods of today, and tells something of the internal political wranglings at the BBC. Actors, writers, directors and crew recall their contributions in a decade which saw the development of colour broadcasting and the move from primitive one-take studio sets to more elaborate location filming. The technical and creative processes involved are examined, revealing that many of the effects that were to become hallmarks of the series came about only by accident, and showing how episodes would often be patched together as budgets dictated the way the stories would develop.

The Seventies (Hardback)

By 1970, "Doctor Who" had been running for seven years and was established as one of Britain's favourite TV shows. But it was yet to reach the peak of its popularity. With episodes now shown in full colour and a new actor in the role, a new era was at hand. After Jon Pertwee came Tom Baker, the actor many people now associate with the part and who earned the show its highest ever viewing figure. This book details the show's development during the pivotal period of the 1970s, revealing facts about the actors, the technical crew and the public reaction. In researching this book, the authors had access to the BBC's files and have discovered hundreds of facts about the Time Lord. 

The Eighties (Paperback)

A complete overview of this pivotal period in the history of the "Doctor Who" series. By 1980, "Doctor Who" was at its peak and the change from Tom Baker to Peter Davison did the programme no harm. However, the decade also saw the controversy of the Colin Baker wilderness years before Sylvester McCoy brought the character back to life. This book reveals unknown facts about the actors, the technical crew and the public reaction to the changes that were taking place.


All 3 books are in excellent condition. 2 Paperback, 1 Hardback, with paper dustjacket (that has some wear).

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