Spike [Paperback]

Pauline Scudamore (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 25, 2003

Spike Milligan was one of the most gifted and creative individuals of our time, and is remembered as a true comic genius. However, many people are unaware that he battled throughout his adult life against anxiety and depression, neither of which he was able to conquer. He allowed his biographer and close friend, Pauline Scudamore, complete and unfettered access to all his files and correspondence, as well as to his home and family. She also interviewed scores of his friends and colleagues to be able to present a full and well-rounded picture of a greatly misunderstood but hugely popular man. His anarchic writing and performing established him as one of the great anti-authoritarian figures of British comedy, but he paid a high price for the pleasure he gave to others. Without his cooperation, this exceptionally candid, perceptive and moving portrait could not have been written.

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About the Author

Pauline Scudamore was a close friend of Spike Milligan and his family for many years, and this book was written with his complete co-operation. He allowed her to have access to all of his books, papers and letters and ask any questions of him she might wish. Pauline also wrote Dear Robert, Dear Spike which is based on the correspondence between Spike Milligan and Robert Graves.

Product Details

• Paperback: 368 pages
• Publisher: The History Press (May 25, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0750932546
• ISBN-13: 978-0750932547
• Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 5 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,319,581 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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