Marty Feldman: The Biography of a Comedy Legend
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Marty Feldman: The Biography of a Comedy Legend by Robert Ross
Mike Myers thinks he was 'a genius', while John Cleese regards him as 'a true cultural icon'. He was an architect of British comedy, paving the way for Monty Python, and then became a major Hollywood star, forever remembered as lgor in Young Frankenstein. His name was Marty Feldman. This title tells his story.
“[An] incredible story.. A richly rewarding read.” Time Out
"Marty was a grand talent. A comedic writing and acting legend that may never again be matched in terms of content and volume alone. Robert Ross’ love of the subject allowed you to get to know this troubled and tortured soul." - Killer Reviews
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"Every Saturday evening I would watch 'The Marty Feldman Comedy Machine'. Igor in 'Young Frankenstein' was written for Marty. I was thinking of him all the time. No-one else could have played that part." - Gene Wilder
"When you're a comedy writer you pray for Marty Feldman. He not only met your material, he lifted it. He gave it that magic touch." - Mel Brooks
"Marty was the perfect comedy script editor. The veteran centre half who steered the new defence." - Sir David Frost
"Marty had one of the sharpest comedy brains in anybody I have ever met. He was a lovely man as well. Almost unique." - Michael Palin CBE
"He had a wonderful comedy presence. He is a true cultural icon." - John Cleese
"I love British comedy. I learnt from it. Marty Feldman was a genius. Crossed eyes are funny!" -Mike Myers
"Marty was a grand talent. A comedic writing and acting legend that may never again be matched in terms of content and volume alone. Robert Ross’ love of the subject allowed you to get to know this troubled and tortured soul." - Killer Reviews
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"Every Saturday evening I would watch 'The Marty Feldman Comedy Machine'. Igor in 'Young Frankenstein' was written for Marty. I was thinking of him all the time. No-one else could have played that part." - Gene Wilder
"When you're a comedy writer you pray for Marty Feldman. He not only met your material, he lifted it. He gave it that magic touch." - Mel Brooks
"Marty was the perfect comedy script editor. The veteran centre half who steered the new defence." - Sir David Frost
"Marty had one of the sharpest comedy brains in anybody I have ever met. He was a lovely man as well. Almost unique." - Michael Palin CBE
"He had a wonderful comedy presence. He is a true cultural icon." - John Cleese
"I love British comedy. I learnt from it. Marty Feldman was a genius. Crossed eyes are funny!" -Mike Myers
Robert Ross has been a writer for ten years and his work varies from books on the Carry On films to Doctor Who audio plays. He is also a prolific moderator for DVD audio commentaries.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780857683786 |
| ISBN 10 | 0857683780 |
| Title | Marty Feldman: The Biography of a Comedy Legend |
| Author | Robert Ross |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Titan Books Ltd |
| Year published | 2011-09-09 |
| Number of pages | 336 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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