Monty Python's Flying Circus: Just The Words Volume Two
Monty Python
Buy Monty Python's Flying Circus Just the Words Volume Two online at The Methuen Bookshop by following the link to the right Celebrating the fortieth anniversary of the first BBC broadcast of Monty Python's Flying Circus. This volume contains the complete scripts of all twenty-two episodes from the third and fourth series of Monty Python's Flying Circus, the famous comedy show which changed the face of British television humour forever. Well loved and much quoted pieces such as Whicker Island are included in this volume. The Monty Python team consisted of the comedians/writers Graham Chapman (now deceased), John Cleese, Eric Idle, Terry Jones, Michael Palin and the animator Terry Gilliam, all of whom have continued celebrity in other fields of writing, performing and film-making. About the authors: The members of the Monty Python team were: Graham Chapman Graham Chapman's education and vocational training occurred variously in such places as the Midlands, Eton, the University of Cambridge, St Swithin's Hospital, on tour in a revue with John Cleese in New Zealand and on the island of Ibiza with David Frost. He was the author of A Liar's Autobiography and he also wrote for Monty Python's Flying Circus and the TV show Doctor in the House. Graham Chapman died in 1989. John Cleese John Cleese was educated at the University of Cambridge where he performed in Footlights and then went to work in London as a performer and as a comedy writer for the BBC. Besides his work with Python he is best known for his TV series Fawlty Towers (co-written with Connie Booth), the books he has written with psychologist Robin Skinner and films such as Clockwise, A Fish Called Wanda and Fierce Creatures. Eric Idle Eric Idle was educated at the University of Cambridge where he joined the Footlights Club becoming president of the club in 1965. He created and acted in The Rutles and has appeared in numerous films including The Adventures of Baron Munchausen and wrote the book, and co-wrote the lyrics, for the award-winning musical Spamalot (based on Monty Python & The Holy Grail). Terry Jones Educated at the University of Oxford, Terry Jones worked in theatre, and wrote revues and scripts for the BBC before becoming one of the creators of Monty Python. He has written many books for children and is also the author (with other scholars) of Who Murdered Chaucer? and a study of Chaucer's Knight. He has directed such films as Personal Services, Erik the Viking and The Wind in the Willows, along with all the Python films. Michael Palin Michael Palin was born in Sheffield in 1943 and lives with his wife Helen in North London. His adventures around the world have been huge bestsellers. His books (all of which have accompanied his documentaries for the BBC) include Around the World in 80 Days, Pole to Pole, Full Circle, Sahara and Himalaya. His films have included The Missionary and A Private Function. Terry Gilliam As part of the Monty Python team, Terry Gilliam produced the series' bizarre animations as well as performing. His subsequent career has encompassed animation and film-making, and he has directed films including The Adventures of Baron Munchausen, Brazil, Twelve Monkeys and Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas. Buy Monty Python's Flying Circus Just the Words Volume Two online at The Methuen Bookshop by following the link above. Rights and Permissions Information: If you seek assistance with a rights request concerning this title (for example, permission to quote an extract in another publication) please contact us by email: methuenpubltd@btinternet.com Thank you.
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