Comedy 51

"A truthful look at John Candyーaffectionate but unblinking." ー San Francisco Examiner Funny and gentle, John Candy was loved by millions of movie fans for playing true-to-life characters. Whether ……続きを見る

Following her 2021 bestselling memoir Don't Laugh, It'll Only Encourage Her comes the laugh out loud follow-up Hexy Witch. For as long as Daisy May Cooper can remember, she's been fascinated with th……続きを見る

George du Maurier's 'Trilby' is a captivating novel that delves into the bohemian lifestyle of artists in 19th century Paris. The story follows the transformation of the young model Trilby O'Ferrall……続きを見る

Learn How to Make People Laugh and Improve Your Sense of Humor with These 7 Easy Steps! Do you only have an arsenal of three old jokes to work with in conversations, and you can't figure out what to……続きを見る

Balloon Comedy & Magic: Your Ultimate Guide to Hilarious Balloon Modelling for Magicians! Step into a world where laughter reigns supreme and magic comes alive with every twist and turn of a balloon……続きを見る

The intimacy of the one-ring circus produced the classic clown routines that flourished until the mid-twentieth century and then disappeared with the rise of the grand circus. They have been lost un……続きを見る

How many eggs have been broken in the making of this programme? What is the worst thing Alex has eaten? Are you more likely to win Taskmaster if you wear a hat? Why is the Taskmaster always right? T……続きを見る

This book, first of its kind in the Indian context, brings together both a theoretical understanding of various aspects of the humour, aesthetics and politics of stand-up comedy, and case studies of……続きを見る

"[A] penetrating unauthorized biography, probably the fullest, most revealing portrait to date of the elusive star." ー Publishers Weekly Shawn Levy's fascinating biography King of Comedy - the prod……続きを見る

Die neue Sammlung mit Kurzgeschichten und Zeichnungen ist da! Seit dem letzten Buch BEST OF UNSINN sind zwanzig wundervoll schräge Texte entstanden, die komplett vom absurden Humor und der surrealen……続きを見る

In these difficult times, there's only one proven path to ridiculous amounts of money: Cheating. Everyone's doing itーfrom sleazy CEOs to 'roided-up home run kings, silicone-enhanced starlets, and b……続きを見る

Step behind the scenes of Hollywood's Golden Age with Edith Head's The Dress Doctor. This captivating book offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and career of Edith Head, the legendary costume ……続きを見る

Calling all Ghosts fans! This is the ultimate celebratory gift book for all of you in desperate need of another Ghosts fix, complete with in-depth interviews with the actors, the directors and the c……続きを見る

Follow the hilarious misadventures of Ian Moore and his family as their search for serenity in rural France leads them on a journey of chaos, commotion and comedy Comedian, mod and professional grum……続きを見る

Funny Thing Is melds philosophy, science, and personal observations to result in a multifaceted take on modern comedy-one with a heartfelt message.-Foreword Clarion Reviews In this thought-provoking……続きを見る

Delve into the captivating world of theater with George H. Lewes' insightful and eloquent work, "On Actors and The Art of Acting." This timeless book offers a profound exploration of the craft of ac……続きを見る

The Complete Doctor Who Television Reviews of Kev F Sutherland Beano, Marvel, and Doctor Who comics creator, Kev F Sutherland has been reviewing his favourite TV show in his blog for over fifteen ye……続きを見る

"More than a national treasure, he's a secret weapon. If we had had Gilbert Gottfried in World War II, Hitler would have given up in 1942." ーStephen King In the early 1970s, as our nation's youth r……続きを見る

Fifty Key Improv Performers highlights the history, development, and impact of improvisational theatre by highlighting not just key performers, but institutions, training centers, and movements to d……続きを見る

After six years in the idyllic Loire Valley, comedian Ian Moore, his family and his ever-expanding menagerie are beginning to feel like they’re on the cusp of the peace and tranquillity they hoped f……続きを見る

From a host of The Daily Show and stand-up comic, Michael Kosta, comes a wildly funny and insightful comedian memoir about his unlikely journey from professional tennis player (#864 in the world) to……続きを見る

Take a fascinating tour through the remarkable life and career of Joel McHale, the master of comedy who came from modest origins to become a great star of Hollywood. The book titled "Joel McHale: Fr……続きを見る

Maximilien Duplantier, un génie malchanceux et maladroit, est le protagoniste de cette histoire burlesque. Dès son enfance, il a montré des talents exceptionnels, accumulant prix et distinctions, ma……続きを見る

Matthew Perry's life was marked by his iconic portrayal of Chandler Bing on "Friends," a role that catapulted him to global fame. Born in 1969, Perry's early career saw him navigating Hollywood as a……続きを見る

Dennis the Menace was a TV sitcom in the 1950's about a meaning-well little boy who was always in trouble. I was also a real-life Dennis the Menace, (and I still I am!) and this book describes the T……続きを見る

The definitive biography of the great Shemp Howard, an original member of the Three Stooges, and one of Hollywood's most influential actors that Library Journal calls "a complete portrait of a talen……続きを見る

This in-depth compilation of the lives, works, and contributions of 12 icons of African-American comedy explores their impact on American entertainment and the way America thinks about race. Despite……続きを見る

An in-depth look at the 1974 releases of Mel Brooks's Blazing Saddles and Young Frankenstein that will leave cinephiles enthralled. 1974 was a busy year for Mel Brooks. Although still recovering aft……続きを見る

'The best comedy the UK has ever created' GUARDIAN 'One of the most satisfying endings in TV history' INEWS 'Endlessly entertaining and richly rewarding' DAILY TELEGRAPH Inside No. 9 is the twisted,……続きを見る

This is the post-Me Too update to the ahead-of-its-time emotionally charged memoir from a former hip hop music video vixen many women needed to see. Twenty years after she took us beyond the glitz a……続きを見る