The Charlie's Angels Casebook [Paperback]

David Hofstede (Author), Jack Condon (Author), Jaclyn Smith (Foreword)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 20, 2000

The definitive sourcebook on the wildly popular series that made stars of Jaclyn Smith, Cheryl Ladd, Kate Jackson, and Farrah Fawcett, features interviews with cast members, an episode guide, and photos from private collections.

Product Details

• Paperback: 336 pages
• Publisher: Pomegranate Press (April 20, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0938817205
• ISBN-13: 978-0938817208
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.8 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (111 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,099,323 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must-have!, May 4, 2000

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Brian Sheperd "Brian John" (Pittsburgh, PA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Charlie's Angels Casebook (Paperback)

As a fan of television, and especially Charlie's Angels, it was a no-brainer for me to get this book... and I must say that this is definitely in the top ten of the best written, and most informative TV-related books. I thought I knew everything there was to know about Charlie's Angels, but Mr. Condon and Mr. Hofstede have proven me wrong! Every page is loaded with little-known facts, info, trivia, tidbits, and insights, that are invaluable to any fan of the Angels. From Kate Jackson to Tanya Roberts, they're all here (And who could forget our beloved Bosley, the late David Doyle). You'll find the true stories behind, among many others, the creation of Charlie's Angels, the last minute decision that put Jaclyn Smith in the role of Kelly Garrett, Farrah's departure after the first season and the lawsuit that ensued, Kate and Cheryl Ladd's true relationship, how Shelley Hack really felt about being hired and then, ultimately, fired, and the massive search for the "final" Angel. In between you will find personal recollections from the Angels, as well as various guest stars, directors, producers and writers from the series' five season run. There is also an extensive episode guide, with commentary and additional info about each episode, as well as a guide to the massive amount of Angels merchandise produced over the years. And don't miss the full page photo of co-author Jack Condon's world-renowned Charlie's Angels collection! (As a side-note, I'd like to mention that I own several books published by Pomegranate Press, LTD., and I love all of them. Each of them contains a wealth of information and rare photgraphs of the various shows they cover, which include Dark Shadows and The Night Stalker.) Take it from a die-hard fan, you will not be disappointed!

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Book... entertaining and highly detailed, May 16, 2000

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[e-mail] (Sycamore, Illlinois) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Charlie's Angels Casebook (Paperback)

This is a wonderful book... I couldnt put it down. Full of great behind the scenes details plus an episode guide that is carefully researched and very complete. Also features a merchandise section...wow, was there alot of merchandise made featuring these ladies.. and it looks like co-author Jack Condon has everything ever made. Wait till you see the photo of his collection. Impressive. Great photos of the angels too. This is a great book for the Charlies Angels fan or anyone who wants to take a trip down memory lane.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Complete and fun reference book, July 9, 2003

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Karen Thorson (White Bear Lake, MN) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Charlie's Angels Casebook (Paperback)

This is such a fun book! Lots of rare photos of all cast members. I really enjoyed the stories and anecdotes from all the personal interviews with the different cast members. This book obviously took lots of time and effort to compile.
I was won over in the first few pages where proper hommage is paid to the Angels' predecessors in female crime-fighting : Anne Francis as Honey West and Diana Rigg as Emma Peel. Charlie's Angels was perhaps ground-breaking but these 2 women broke the ground for the Angels in the previous decade. After this bit of history, it was evident that the author really knows his subject matter.
Just tons of fun facts in this book! Nice filmographies of each cast member and a very cool reference section on all the merchandise created for the show.
There is also a review of each episode of the show. This may be my favorite part as the author points out various bloopers or script inconsistencies that make the show all the more endearing. I didn't know that Rossano Brazzi was an Olympic athelete! The only drawback about his book is that it's so much fun to read that it leaves you wanting more! Thanks for a job well-done Jack!