Mister Ed and Me and More! [Paperback]

Alan Young (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 1, 2007

Starring alongside the most famous horse in Americana, Mr. Young s name became a household staple. Millions of fans from multiple generations have come to embrace his character of Wilbur Post, and so many still watch his show today. In this wonderful memoir, aside from his classic role, readers will learn details from his personal life such as when he was: cast in films as the all-American boy, even though he was born in England and raised in Canada; handpicked by George Burns to star in Mister Ed; the writer and voice of Scrooge McDuck for Disney s Mickey s Christmas Carol; and was friends with Hollywood elite including Clint Eastwood, Rod Taylor, Mae West and Marilyn Monroe. Throughout my career, strange events have taken place and I ve met some amazing people, says Mr. Young. Through it all, I ve looked back on Mister Ed with the fondest of memories. I hope fans of all ages will do the same.

Editorial Reviews

Review

It was my pleasure to work together with Alan in the first movie version of H.G. Wells The Time Machine and it is with the same pleasure that I surely recommend this, his latest book. A really good read. Enjoy. --Rod Taylor

Alan Young loves show business, and that passion comes through on every page of this entertaining book. From his early days on radio to his unexpected success with Mister Ed , he vividly recounts the ups and downs of a wonderful career. --Leonard Maltin

About the Author

Alan Young is an American television and film legend whose career has spanned over six decades. Aside from his classic role in Mister Ed, he has also had starring roles in The Time Machine, Androcles and the Lion and Tom Thumb. Mister Ed and Me and More! is the revised and updated edition of the St. Martin s Press book Mister Ed and Me.

Product Details

• Paperback: 210 pages
• Publisher: Geordie Press; 1st edition (August 1, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0979740401
• ISBN-13: 978-0979740404
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 6.3 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #881,522 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Terrific New Edition, July 26, 2007

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Catstarbuck (Santa Barbara, CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Mister Ed and Me and More! (Paperback)

I bought the first version of Mr. Ed and Me when it came out in 1994, but this new expanded version entitled Mr. Ed and Me and More is far superior. With much added text by Alan Young and extensively illustrated with many more rare photographs, this new more elaborate version is well worth the money. This is a quirky and delightful memoir by the man who worked with the world's most famous talking horse, Mister Ed, in one of the most beloved television shows of all time. The book also contains a new section written by actress Connie Hines who played Carol Post, Alan Young's wife on the Mister Ed show. She writes for the first time about her background, life, and, of course, Mister Ed. Alan Young has a charming writing style and it is easy to see the fun and warmth of the show reflected in the man. Full of behind the scenes information about the Mister Ed show, Young also writes about his film roles including the classic film version of H.G. Wells's The Time Machine (1960) directed by George Pal, and his other notable motion pictures such as Mr. Belvedere Goes to College, Androcles and the Lion, Tom Thumb, etc. Young has also provided the voice for Scrooge McDuck for Walt Disney cartoon films. Highly recommended, and a perfect gift book for friends

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Especially recommended for fans of Alan Young - or Mr. Ed!, January 7, 2008

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Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Mister Ed and Me and More! (Paperback)

Mister Ed and Me and More! is the autobiography of actor Alan Young, perhaps most famous for his sitcom role as Wilbur Post, co-starring with the "talking" horse Mr. Ed. Born in England, raised in Canada, yet often playing the role of "the all-American boy", Young tells of his youth, his friendships with Hollywood elite, his movie career, and much more. A dollop of tongue-in-cheek humor as well as an assortment of vintage black-and-white photographs rounds out this genial memoir. Especially recommended for fans of Alan Young - or Mr. Ed!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Straight from Wilbur's Mouth, September 23, 2008

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Malcolm Dolan "Malcolm Dolan" (New York, NY) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Mister Ed and Me and More! (Paperback)

I love Mister Ed. I was pleased to buy this book at the Mid-Atlantic Nostalgia Convention and more pleased to have purchased a copy with Alan Young's signature inside. Clint Eastwood, George Burns, Warner Bros., they are all here. Story after story after story. The kind of autobiography and behind-the-scenes stories we all love to hear and read. Rarely do autobiographies fall into the category of enjoyable reads. This one is certainly recommended if you love Mister Ed.