This second volume covers Lost in Space, Land of the Giants, The Swiss Family Robinson, The Return of Catain Nemo, Man From the 25th Century, City Beneath the Sea, and The Time Travellers. Each show is explored in depth with articles and reviews, comprehensive notes on every episode of each series, actor biographies, interviews with the stars, coverage of never-before-seen episodes, a review of Irwin's career, an Irwin Allen Collectables Guide, and more. 240 pages, over 100 photos, perfect bound, full color cover.
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3.0 out of 5 stars
decent episode/trivia guide,
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This review is from: The Irwin Allen Scrapbook Volume 2: Lost in Space, Land of the Giants (Paperback)
This book is not as insulting to Lost in Space as the previous review says, however fans of Land of the Giants may want to steer clear of this book as the author continually makes reference to it being, in his view, the worst of Irwin Allen's series. (I myself have never viewed the show and have no idea). Also, it is correct that a number of irrelevant comparisions to Star Trek are made, but unfortunately these are inevitable given the rivarly between the two shows. (However LIS fans know the right choice)
This volume contains reviews of all the episodes of both series along with a notes section which has interesting little behind-the-scenes or continuity tidbits which are useful to fans. There are also extensive interviews with some of the cast members for each show- there were some pretty nice ones with Johnathon Harris and Billy Mumy. There is further information on a number of failed projects Irwin attempted later on in his career, most of which would not have been heard of or forgotten -City Beneath the Sea, Man from the 25th Century, The Time Travellers. There are also notes for two series that were really in the wrong place and the wrong time- Return of Captain nemo and The Swiss Family Robinson- the former would have done very well in the 60s, the latter, sadly crushed by 60 Minutes after two series despite being a very good show. There are no color illustrations or text throughout the whole book but there are some very nice full page b/w photographs as well as smaller ones dotted throughout. A good enough book for those who want to learn more about the shows, but the die-hard fans of LIS should get a copy of the magnificent Lost in Space Handbook to get more techinical and in-depth information.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Lots of information, lots of photos, lots of fun,
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This review is from: The Irwin Allen Scrapbook Volume 2: Lost in Space, Land of the Giants (Paperback)
I got this recently, and I'm glad I did. This book has extensive coverage of both Lost in Space and Land of the Giants, including interviews, photos, episode guides, and so on. Also covered are some of Irwin Allen's other projects, such as the seldom seen "City Beneath the Sea," "The Man From the 25th Century," and "Swiss Family Robinson."
I especially liked the coverage of Irwin Allen clooectibles. I had some of that stuff when I was a kid, but most of it I'm seeing for the first time. My interests are mainly in LIS, but the LOTG section is just as interesting, to the point that I'm hoping that AFL decided to rerun the show again, just so I can see the episodes. My favorite thing to do with this book is to flip through it at randsom and start reading. I keep finding out things I didn't know before. As for the comparisons between LIS and Trek that another reviewer whined about, the two shows are linked. Both had similar histories: an unaired pilot that was later cut up and edited into other episodes, and both lasting exactly three seasons. Both shows placed scientific accuracy on the back burner: with both shows, rousing good entertainment was first and foremost. And both shows succeeded. This is a great book, and a definite must for fans of either LIS or LOTG.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
GREAT FACTS, GREAT TRIVIA, GREAT FUN,
This review is from: The Irwin Allen Scrapbook Volume 2: Lost in Space, Land of the Giants (Paperback)
This is Volume 2 of the wonderful Irwin Allen Scrapbook series. The book contains a thorough examination of Lost in Space and Land of the Giants. The Lost in Space section begins with a thoughtful assessment of Irwin Allen's virtues and vices. There are cast biographies, a list of guest stars, an interview with Bill Mumy and an extensive question and answer section with Jonathan Harris. Every episode has a detailed plot synopsis complete with notes and trivia, and I was delighted to find the Great Vegetable Rebellion in all its immortal wackiness. There are also details on 3 unfilmed episodes and photos scattered throughout the text. The Land of the Giants section is equally comprehensive with cast biographies, episode guides, trivia, an interview with Don Matheson and a wonderful 42 page photo gallery. The book also includes sections on Irwin Allen's other series and pilots such as Swiss Family Robinson. Pictures and details are provided of Allen collectables from all the TV series. This set begins with the Irwin Allen Scrapbook Volume 1 with a similar layout containing Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea and Time Tunnel. Together these 2 volumes are an absolute must for Irwin Allen's fans who love his 1960's television series. They are both wonderful reference guides and provide hours of enjoyment and fun. Not to be missed!
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Irwin Allen, Twilight Zone, Jonathan Harris, Harry Harris, New York, Sobey Martin, Alpha Control, Don Richardson, Bob May, Peter Packer, Star Trek, Barney Slater, The Ghost Planet, Alfred Hitchcock Presents, City Beneath the Sea, Dawson Palmer, June Lockhart, Bill Mumy, Don Matheson, Guy Williams, Welcome Stranger, Will Robinson, Mark Goddard, Century Fox, Michael Rennie New!
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