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- Author Peter Kay
- Narrator Peter Kay
- Publisher HarperCollins Publishers
- Publish Date 28 September 2023
- Run Time 7 hours and 39 minutes
- Format x-book®
- Genre Autobiography: arts and entertainment, Biography and non-fiction prose, Comedy and stand-up, Film, television, radio genres: Comedy and humour, Individual actors and performers, Memoirs, Television, The Arts.
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What to expect
*The brand-new audio book, READ BY PETER KAY, featuring classic moments and hilarious clips from some of his best-loved TV shows*
Peter Kay – coming in your ears! Grab a cup of tea and join one of Britain’s favourite comedians on an unforgettable jaunt through 50 years of television. Blockbusters, Baywatch … Phoenix Nights, Car Share … Peter Kay takes you on a journey into the wonders of TV – from his earliest telly memories to the making of some of his own legendary TV shows.
Brilliantly narrated by Peter, who is joined by some of his own classic TV creations from his illustrious career, you’ll go behind the scenes of the legendary Phoenix Nights, take The Road to Nowhere with Max & Paddy and discover how Peter created his BAFTA-winning performance in Car Share. Listen to Brian Potter confronting a drunken horse at The Phoenix Club, Max advising Paddy about his unique use for toothpaste, Mr Softy battling Signor Whippy, and Kayleigh baffling John with her fascination for doggin’. Not to mention hearing stories behind Geraldine McQueen’s chart-topping tracks.
All your favourite Peter Kay moments in one unforgettable audio book – what’s not to like? It’s great if you like laughing!
Explore the topic of fame and the road to becoming one of the UK's most cherished comedic icons in Peter Kay's latest contribution to books in 2023. Fans and critics alike will savour the rich anecdotes from a celebrity who has played a pivotal role in shaping modern British popular culture. For fans of Billy Connolly (Rambling Man: My Life on the Road), Miriam Margolyes (This Much is True), David Mitchell (Unruly) and Jeremy Clarkson (Diddly Squat: Pigs Might Fly) and Richard Osman (The Last Devil To Die: The Thursday Murder Club 4).
User Reviews
Peter Kay is a true working class comedian.
The book deserves an award
He the best there is , what a read ! God bless you Peter :)
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