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Gavin & Stacey (plus friends) take you on a tour of their home towns, showing you the world of their hit BBC comedy series as you've never seen it before. 'Oh, the guilt. She (Nessa) stuck things in!oh!look can you ask Stacey coz' if it's a Welsh thing I don't have to see a doctor.' Smithy If only it was just the two of them. Gavin is an ordinary boy from Essex. Stacey is an ordinary girl from South Wales. The result is a double BAFTA award winning hit BBC comedy that has become the biggest show since Phoenix Nights and Little Britain. 'Ooh! Nice cardy!' 'It's from River Island!' 'So's my belt.' For for the first time, Gavin & Stacey and friends take us on their journey from Barry to Billericay. Featuring -- / Gavin and Stacey's family trees / Character profiles / Maps of Barry and Billericay with key sights and landmarks / Pam's favourite vegetarian recipes (incl. cheese omelette) / Nessa's secret diary ('Oh, diary'. Includes how she really met John Prescott) / Gavin and Stacey's emails -- before they met / Smithy's top night outs in Billericay / Script extracts and jokes / Quizzes and crosswords / Plus the making of the show including outakes, the original treatment, unseen photos and much more. Fully illustrated with stills and photographs from the show, Gavin and Stacey: From Barry to Billericay will feature brand new material written by the stars and co-writers of the series Ruth Jones and James Corden.
This companion volume explores the cultural landscape and character dynamics of the hit BBC comedy series Gavin & Stacey through a collection of supplemental materials and behind-the-scenes insights. Written by the show's creators James Corden and Ruth Jones, the book serves as an extension of the fictional universe, providing context for the central relationship between Gavin and Stacey while detailing the eccentricities of their supporting cast. It utilizes a mix of character-driven narratives, production history, and interactive content to bridge the gap between the screen and the reader.
What You Will Find
The text functions as a comprehensive tie-in for fans of the television series, offering a lighthearted, immersive look at the show's production and lore. Its structure suggests a casual, enthusiast-focused approach that prioritizes entertainment value and character expansion over critical analysis.
Page Count:
224
Publication Date:
2009-10-01
Publisher:
Harpercollins Pb
ISBN-10:
0007343337
ISBN-13:
9780007343331
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