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They’ll Never Put That On the Air
by Allan Neuwirth
Ever wonder how television evolved from showing married couples sleeping in separate beds to the edgy outrageousness of todayís series? They’ll Never Put That on the Air is an extraordinary behind-the-scenes look at the landmark comedy shows that fought to break down TVís taboos, including All in the Family, The Dick Van Dyke Show, The Mary Tyler Moore Show, M*A*S*H, Maude, Rowan & Martinís Laugh-In, The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour, Learn about the coming-of-age of American television comedy straight from the famed creators, writers, producers, directors, actors, and network executives who forced the medium to grow up, including Norman Lear, Carl Reiner, Larry Gelbart, Allan Burns, George Schlatter, Susan Harris, Larry Charles, Grant Tinker, Fred Silverman, Joyce Randolph, Tom Smothers, Dick Martin, Valerie Harper, Carroll OíConnor, and many, many more.
Throughout these pages, youíll find tales of determination and defiance, battles with censors, great showbiz anecdotes, plus dozens of cast photos and stills from classic episodes. Whether youíve loved these shows since the episodes first aired or are just discovering them today, this book is a must-read! |
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Reviews
"Reading —or should I say, devouring—this wonderfully (and literally) outspoken book is nearly as much fun as watching the shows themselves. This is a great read, and essential for anyone who desires a first-hand account of how TV grew up while making us laugh. As it chronicles legendary censorship battles and landmark breakthroughs, this book is at heart a celebration of the creative process in a medium that could certainly use another wake-up call."
—Matt Roush, Senior Critic, TV Guide
"A fascinating read. Allan Neuwirth has deepened my appreciation of televisionís most daring and successful comedies. Itís a miracle that anything good has ever gotten on the air, let alone stayed there!"
—Susie Essman, Comedian and Actress, Curb Your Enthusiasm
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