Greasepaint and Cordite(Reprint) How ENSA Entertained the Troops During World War II von AndyMerriman, Andrew Merriman Paperback, 320 Seiten, Veröffentlicht 2014 von Aurum Press Ltd ISBN-13: 978-1-78131-162-2, ISBN: 1-78131-162-5
"Once the Second World War had broken out, it soon became clear that morale would be crucial in the military effectiveness of our armed forces. And so was born the Entertainment National Services Association, or ENSA â?? to send the nationâ??s best singers, dancers, musicians and comedians, from Noël Coward to Gracie Fields, to entertain the troops, however far away they might be.Over the course of the war ENSA gave their first break to ..."
A Major Adjustment How a Remarkable Child Became a Remarkable Adult (Paperback) von AndyMerriman Paperback, 256 Seiten, Veröffentlicht 2018 von Safe Haven Books, United Kingdom ISBN-13: 978-0-9932911-4-2, ISBN: 0-9932911-4-7
Greasepaint and Cordite(1st Edition) How ENSA Entertained the Troops During World War II von AndyMerriman Hardcover, 320 Seiten, Veröffentlicht 2013 von Aurum Press ISBN-13: 978-1-84513-618-5, ISBN: 1-84513-618-7
"Once the Second World War had broken out, it soon became clear that morale would be crucial in the military effectiveness of our armed forces. And so was born the Entertainment National Services Association, or ENSA - to send the nation's best singers, dancers, musicians and comedians, from Noel Coward to Gracie Fields, to entertain the troops, however far away they might be. Over the course of the war ENSA gave their first break to suc ..."
Hattie von AndyMerriman Paperback, 240 Seiten, Veröffentlicht 2008 von Aurum Press Ltd ISBN-13: 978-1-84513-362-7, ISBN: 1-84513-362-5
"The hardback of this first and authorised biography received very good reviews and immediately reprinted. It tells the story of one of the heroines of post-war British comedy, on radio, film and TV. Hattie Jacques is known as the billowing, imposing Matron in the Carry On films, as the star of such BBC radio classics as ITMA, Educating Archie and Hancock's Half Hour, and as the fictional sister of Eric Sykes in his long-running TV sitco ..."
A Minor Adjustment The Story of Sarah - A Remarkable Child von AndyMerriman Paperback, 264 Seiten, Veröffentlicht 2007 von Pan ISBN-13: 978-0-330-45322-6, ISBN: 0-330-45322-X
"The story of Sarah, a remarkable child..."
Margaret Rutherford(1st Edition) Dreadnought with Good Manners von AndyMerriman, Norbert Enders Hardcover, 288 Seiten, Veröffentlicht 2009 von Aurum Press Ltd ISBN-13: 978-1-84513-445-7, ISBN: 1-84513-445-1
"She was one of our most individual actresses, appearing in such thoroughly English classics as Blithe Spirit, The importance of Being Earnest, Passport to Pimlico and I'm All Right, Jack! But above all she was Miss Marple, in four films and entirely created for the screen the role of Agatha Christie's elderly and fearless private detective that subsequent actresses like Joan Hickson and Geraldine McEwan have continued. She first played ..."
"The truly unique story of a gay war hero who was forced to hide his sexuality for half of his adult life War hero Bruce Copp has lived a unique life in which he has formed lifelong friendships with celebrities, swam regularly with a James Bond, hung out with Lenny Bruce, and spent an unforgettable night with Marlene Dietrich. Serving in the army throughout the Second World War, he witnessed the deaths of his comrades, suffered a nervou ..."
Minor Adjustment The Story of Sarah - a Remarkable Child von AndyMerriman, Andrew Merriman Paperback, 264 Seiten, Veröffentlicht 1999 von Macmillan Uk ISBN-13: 978-0-330-36748-6, ISBN: 0-330-36748-X
"When Sarah was born with Down's Syndrome her parents, Andy and Allie Merriman, felt their world was shattered. Yet this is the triumphant story of a family's responses to Sarah, their growing love, and their learned ability to cope with other people's dismay, pity, and bafflement."
Hattie Jacques(2nd Edition) The Authorised Biography of Hattie Jacques von Andrew Merriman, AndyMerriman Hardcover, 208 Seiten, Veröffentlicht 2007 von Aurum Press Ltd ISBN-13: 978-1-84513-257-6, ISBN: 1-84513-257-2
"For over thirty years Hattie Jacques was a familiar presence on radio (Hancock's "Half Hour"), television (60 episodes of "Sykes" alone) and film (she was a stalwart of the "Carry On" series). But her stage persona of a buxom, masterful female dragon who, both literally and figuratively, carried all before her (the formidable matron of "Carry On, Nurse" was a typical role) could hardly have been more at odds with her off-stage personali ..."
And on Guitar... The Autobiography of Jim Cregan von Jim Cregan, AndyMerriman 224 Seiten, Veröffentlicht 2019 von The History Press ISBN-13: 978-0-7509-9185-8, ISBN: 0-7509-9185-2
"In And on Guitar . . . nothing is held back: Cregan’s early life and anecdotes about his family, shenanigans on the road, extraordinary tales of hedonism, love and loss, his stories feature a Who’s Who of music’s biggest stars."
"A special mention to Eliza Benge for her unbridled enthusiasm and invaluable
assistance with her father's material, as well as Maryvonne and Alfreda for their
participation. We have had valuable archive material provided by Sara Hodson (
manager) and Sue Garwood (volunteer) at the Ilfracombe Museum and Tappan
Wilder, Literary Executor of the Thornton Wilder estate. And thank you to the
National Portrait Gallery for their assistance ..."
Grease Paint and Cordite How Ensa Entertained the Troops During World War II ([Large Print]) von AndyMerriman Paperback, 514 Seiten, Veröffentlicht 2014 von Readhowyouwant.Com Ltd, Canada ISBN-13: 978-1-4596-7750-0, ISBN: 1-4596-7750-1
"Now, Andrew Merriman has talked to surviving ENSA veterans from Vera Lynn to Dame Beryl Grey, to piece together the extraordinary adventures of the ordinary men and women sent out across the world - even to inhospitable, dangerous Burma - ..."
"The revealing memoirs of television's most-loved entertainer For the first time, showbiz personality Basil Brush tells the true story of his rise to fame and his struggle to survive in the heartless world of television. He talks about his poor but happy childhood, his early success in Variety, and the television work that was to change his life. It was the Swinging Sixties, and Basil describes the parties he attended, rubbing shoulders ..."
And on Guitar. . . The Autobiography of Jim Cregan von Jim Cregan, AndyMerriman Hardcover, 288 Seiten, Veröffentlicht 2019 von The History Press ISBN-13: 978-0-7509-8566-6, ISBN: 0-7509-8566-6
"Jim Cregan is an English rock guitarist, songwriter and producer, who in a career spanning fifty years has recorded numerous albums with stars such as Cat Stevens, Family, Willie Nelson, Steve Harley and Cockney Rebel, Joe Cocker, The Gypsy Kings and Katie Melua among many others. However, he is perhaps best known for his 40-year association with Rod Stewart, as both his guitarist and co-writer/producer. In And on Guitar..., Cregan lift ..."
Contrary Motion von Andy Mozina Veröffentlicht 2016 von Brilliance Audio ISBN-13: 978-1-5113-7110-0, ISBN: 1-5113-7110-2
"His fans have spoken, but despite their requests, Peter Davison has gone ahead and written his autobiography anyway. It wasn't the book they tried to stop it was more like the book they didn't want him to start. An aspiring singer-songwriter, once dubbed Woking's answer to Bob Dylan (by his mum, who once heard a Bob Dylan song). Peter has secured his place in science fiction history, becoming the fifth Doctor Who, despite nearly turning ..."
"For the first time, actor Peter Davison writes his autobiography,with the assistance of Andrew Merriam. Davison is best known for playing the fifth Doctor in the hit BBC show Dr Who, from 1981 to 1984, though he has also starred in such notable shows as All Creatures Great and Small, The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, Miranda, Sherlock and Law and Order UK."
Killa the Autobiography of Kevin Kilbane von AndyMerriman, Kevin Kilbane Veröffentlicht 2013 ISBN-13: 978-1-306-04344-1, ISBN: 1-306-04344-1