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Hercules, The Legendary Journeys: The Official Companion

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As it is - apart from the Unofficial Companion - the only sourcebook for H:TLJ, it is a must for every fan of the TV series. Aiming at everything you always wanted to know about the series, the characters and the actors, the book contains interviews with everybody from the producers, Kevin Sorbo and Michael Hurst down to the 'smaller' characters. The Companion starts with a general overview about production, casting, special effects and general storyline and ends with a detailed episode guide. The latter gives not only the cast of each individual episode, but also the main actors' thoughts, ideas and approaches to that specific storyline and their character. It is also a great source for those wonderful disclaimers at the end of each show (Season 3).

However, instead of several, generally available pictures, I would have liked to see more photographs of the actors behind the scenes and during filming.

In line with the television series, the book is inconsistent in places and embarassingly full of spelling mistakes. The editorial work on the book was less than accurate and you will find various comments by actors inserted under the wrong episodes.

Also, while filming for Season 6 is starting soon, the Companion only covers the show up to Season 3, missing out some of the best and most interesting episodes.

So one can only hope that a possible 'updated' version will be out soon and that that one will be more accurate!

`Hercules: The Legendary Journeys' by Robert Weisbrot is the official companion paperback book covering the first three seasons of the six season television series. This 282 volume breaks down each episode into the following categories; title, writers / directors and original airing date, cast listing, story, mythic connections, highlights and Kevin's take, or Michael's take.

However if you're looking for more than just an episode guide there's also lots of other facts and trivia included chronicling the activities and people on the other side of the camera lens; the writers, set design, costumes, stunt work, special effects and much more! There are also lots of photos interspersed through this highly informative book and entertaining tidbits called "Legendary Facts" making this required reading (and owning) for every faithful fan of the show.

Postscript: Since this book only covers the seasons 1, 2 and 3 you'll have to also purchase Weisbrot's `Hercules: The Legendary Journeys, An Insider's Guide to the Continuing Adventures' to get seasons 4, 5 and 6.

This is a really incredible book for fans of the television show HERCULES: THE LEGENDARY JOURNEYS. Not only are there many details (behind the scenes, production - etc.) but Kevin Sorbo (Hercules) AND Michael Hurst(Iolaus) add their candid thoughts, telling fans how they feel about individual episodes (what they felt worked and didn't work) and the actors hopes for the future of HERCULES and their characters. If there is anything to complain about, it's the fact that the episodes reviewed in this "companion" go to the series' third year while, currently, HERCULES is in its 5th season. Here's hoping there will be an update soon!

When Hercules:The Legendary Journeys first premiered as a series of movies,no one could imagine that it would become a cult classic! Now,in this official guide to the series,you can find out how it all began and take a look back at those early movies and the show's first three seasons. A followup guide was published in 2004,and together with this one,will provide you with everything you need to know about this fantastic series!

Rob Weisbrot is a dedicated Hercules fan who set out to complete his own legendary journey: he wanted to write a book about the most innovative television show to hit the airwaves since Space: 1999 appeared in the 1970s.

A professional historian and teacher, Weisbrot's knowledge of research techniques and ancient mythology combined with his excellent writing skill and fannish interests to provide us with an enchanting tour of the history and universe of one Hercules: The Legendary Journeys.

Interviews with the stars and a detailed knowledge of the episodes provide Weisbrot with all the material he needs to keep the reader turning the pages. The book covers only the first few seasons of what has been hailed as the most popular syndicated action/adventure show of all time. Readers should urge Studios USA to ask Weisbrot to finish what he began.

If you're a fan ofthe hit cult show Hercules: The Legendary Journeys, or Xena:Warrior Princess, or both, this is an absolute must have. Complete with interviews from Kevin Sorbo himself to Alexandra Tydings, this is the other half to the pair of Herk and Xena. The episode guide is complete from season one through season three, and also features an in-depth look at the production team and behind-the-scenes looks. If you're a Herc and/or Xena fan, this is a must have!!

This book that reviews and dissects the first 3 seasons of 'The Legendary Journeys' is top notch. A lot of time and TLC went into it. If you're a fan of this fine 1990s TV series, grab a copy of this book, along with the 2nd volume that covers seasons 4-6. It's a great journey. Yep, pun intended.