Sellers, Robert
Raising Laughter: How the Sitcom Kept Britain Smiling in the '70s
- ISBN 13:
- 9781803993683
- author:
- Sellers, Robert
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- The History Press Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 382
- Dimensions:
- 3 x 13 x 13 centimetres (0.41 kg
- Genre:
- History, Europe, Ireland,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 6 working days
Description
The 1970s were a decade of contrasts, marked by economic hardship and social unrest. Through sitcoms, Raising Laughter offers a fresh perspective on this complex era. By exploring the stories behind some of Britain's most beloved comedy programmes, this book provides a unique insight into the culture of the day. From the cynical humour of shows like Rising Damp to the nostalgic charm of Dad's Army, these sitcoms tapped into the decade's sense of disillusionment and provided much-needed laughter for the masses. Now, for the first time, the people who made them all happen share their stories and memories in this affectionate tribute to a bygone era. This book is an oral history of British comedy in the 1970s, told by those who were there. It's a nostalgic look back at a decade that was both divisive and fascinating, and a celebration of the kind of comedy programme that just isn't made anymore.
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