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Dummy Days: America's Favorite Ventriloquists from Radio and Early TV

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GREAT BOOK!
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Dummy Days: America's Favorite Ventriloquists from Radio and Early TV
Kelly Asbury
Manufacturer: Angel City Press
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 1883318289

Book Description

Bringing back the best of the Golden Age of ventriloquism, Dummy Days profiles the five consummate performers who turned a vaudevillian gimmick into an American art form: the legendary Edgar Bergen, the surreal Senor Wences, the innovative Paul Winchell, the versatile Jimmy Nelson and the invincible Shari Lewis.

Also featured in Dummy Days:
*Over 200 rare photographs
*Foreword by Leonard Maltin
*Afterword by Jeff Dunham
*"Flip book" corners to see the ventriloquists in action

Customer Reviews:

WONDERFUL!.......2006-01-04

I was given this book for Christmas and - being a huge nostalgia fan - I LOVE it! So many great photos and interesting stories. This is a must for anyone who loves show business success stories.

FANTASTIC!!!.......2005-07-27

This is one of the most entertaining reads I've ever had...WOW! What a surprise! Highly recommended!!!

THE BEST, MOST READABLE BOOK EVER WRITTEN ON THE SUBJECT OF VENTRILOQUISM.......2005-07-02

This book is full of wonderful information on the subject of ventriloquism and is a great history book as well, about a bygone era that was once a vital part of American TV entertainment. It's a must read for any trivia buff!!

GREAT BOOK!.......2005-04-29

Oh My gosh, this is THE BEST BOOK I've EVER read! This awesome book is garenteed to educate you on 4 of the best ventriloquists in american history! This is an awesome book, filled with lots of photos and fun stories. WELL WORTH YOUR TIME AND MONEY!

Fascinating.......2003-11-03

Okay, I admit it: I grew up watching Paul Winchell on TV. And my best friend carved his own dummy, and practiced ventriloquism, while I acted as "audience". So, dummies and ventriliquists formed my warped view of life, later leading to Monte Python and Firesign Theater. What makes ventriliquists fascinating is their combination of surrealism, fantasy and real-life issues, projected into their own, small theater. By "suspending disbelief", these performed create real persons and real stories. If you love imagination and those who create imaginary worlds, you'll enjoy this book.

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