Mister Ed and Me and More! (Paperback)

~ Alan Young (Author)
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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

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

Product Description

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.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 210 pages
• Publisher: Geordie Press; 1st edition (August 1, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0979740401
• ISBN-13: 978-0979740404
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #85,728 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

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

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

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

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Mr. Ed and Me and More, January 20, 2008

By	Mirella Manni (London UK) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I am very happy with the book and with the service received. It is what I expected ...and more. Thank you for your service.

2 of 2 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

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

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!