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The Munsters: A Trip Down Mockingbird Lane (Paperback)

by Stephen Cox (Author), Butch Patrick (Afterword) "LET ME INTRODUCE YOU TO THE MUNSTER FAMILY, an unusual clan of monsters that live in a mansion fit for Dr. Frankenstein, Dr. Phibes, or..." (more)
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* Hundreds of rare photos from the Universal archives
* Interviews with cast and crew, packed with insider anecdotes
* Introduction by Lily Munster herself, Yvonne de Carlo!

If you recognize the famous Mockingbird Heights address, you probably grew up in the 1960s and never missed a chance to see the Munsters, the working stiffs (get it?) of ghouls. Now it’s time to rediscover Herman and Lily, Grandpa, Eddie, and Marilyn (the "ugly one") in this entertaining, comprehensive look at the first family of fright. A complete episode guide makes The Munsters the must-have companion to watching the series on DVD or cable, while hundreds of rare photographs from the archives of Universal Studios plus interviews with cast and crew reveal the deepest, darkest secrets of the Munster family. This completely revised and updated edition of a hotly collected book lets all of us pay one more visit to a cult classic!

About the Author
Steve Cox has devoted his life to chronicling classic TV. A frequent contributor to the Los Angeles Times and TV Guide, he has written books on The Addams Family (the old-money ghouls), .Gilligan’s Island, Green Acres, The Tonight Show, and many other great shows. He lives in California.

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Paperback: 208 pages
Publisher: Back Stage Books; 1st edition (October 1, 2006)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0823078949
ISBN-13: 978-0823078943
Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 8 x 0.6 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)

Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (24 customer reviews)

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The Munsters, Fred Gwynne, Butch Patrick, Universal Studios, Yvonne de Carlo, Pat Priest, Herman Munster, Ezra Stone, Beverley Owen, New York, Joe Connelly, Bob Mosher, Karl Silvera, Los Angeles, George Barris, Norman Abbott, Earl Bellamy, The Addams Family, Joseph Pevney, Dick Conway, Bob Hastings, Eddie Munster, Paul Lynde, Mockingbird Heights, Douglas Tibbles

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5.0 out of 5 stars A fun look behind the scenes of the classic show, December 14, 2006

By	WRG "Webstercat" (California) - See all my reviews

I thoroughly enjoyed this lavishly illustrated book about everybody's favorite family of ghouls. Author Steve Cox was able to touch base with each of the cast members and many of the behind-the-scenes folks who worked on the show (and the movies), and he weaves the many perspectives into a cohesive and delightful look at the people who made the Munsters what it was (and still is). What becomes clear to me is that although there was some friction and conflict on the set (I leave the details to the devoted reader), these people were professionals who knew how to do their jobs and did them better than anyone else could. Subsequent re-incarnations of the family of 1313 Mockingbird Lane have proved that such show-business lightning doesn't strike twice. I gained great respect for Fred Gwynne in particular, who suffered physically and emotionally during the show...a brilliant performer and a great human being! And Al Lewis-though it's somewhat disturbing to think that I am now older than Mister Lewis was when he portrayed Grandpa, I am dazzled by what he brought to the role. Not content with traipsing out the old Lugosi "I want to suck your blood...blah!" stuff, Mr. Lewis created a unique and loveable character from the ground up. Although he may not have been given carte blanche, he certainly took it and ran with it. Butch Patrick, Yvonne DeCarlo and Pat Priest all knew what would work and surprised you with their brilliant work on the show. In short, a wonderful book about a classic of television history...The Munsters!

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5.0 out of 5 stars It Ain't Easy Being Green, September 23, 2006

By	Hermie Baby (1313 Mockingbird Lane) - See all my reviews

...unless you're "The Munsters", that is.

Steve Cox has done an incredible job updating, redesigning and totally transforming his earlier (and very much sought after) Munsters book from 1989 ("America's First Family of Fright"). With the benefit of new information, even more inside cast info, up-to-date interviews and -- most notably -- hundreds of incredible color and never-before-seen photographs, this book makes the the earlier effort look like a dry run by comparasion. Even the quality and clarity of the images is astounding. And the art direction is flawless.

It's fun and informative. Too bad Fred Gwynne and Al Lewis aren't around. I'm sure even they would have been impressed.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Marvellous Munsters' Book!, September 28, 2006

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This books gets five out of five stars from me. It has great updates, fantastic color and black and white photos, behind the scenes information, interviews, collectibles...and well, you get the idea. If you purchase it, you won't be disappointed.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Somewhat Inadequate Fan's Guide to The Munsters
Considering that a die-hard Munsters fan wrote this 3 and 1/2-star book, it should have been much better than this. Read more

Published 3 days ago by Mediaman

5.0 out of 5 stars A sheer delight to read
Like so many, I watched The Munsters on TV for the first time when I was a kid. The odd thing was that I watched them late at night with my parents on a German TV channel that... Read more

Published 2 months ago by Sascha Bald

5.0 out of 5 stars A Trip Down Mockingbird Lane
The Munsters was one of the greatest shows on television. It brought together fans of both the old Universal Monsters and situational comedy. Read more

Published 9 months ago by F. Nava

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderfully Detailed Tribute To Television's First Family Of Fright
Having recently acquired this wonderful book by author Stephen Cox titled "The Munsters: A Trip Down Mockingbird Lane", as well as the recently released Two Seasons of the classic... Read more

Published on July 7, 2007 by Simon Davis

5.0 out of 5 stars The Munsters A Trip Down Mockingbird Lane
This was a terrific book and provided detailed information about the show that took a lot of research. It was equally as entertaining. Read more

Published on June 1, 2007 by Munster fan man

5.0 out of 5 stars A Book with Bite!!!
WOW, what an incredible book. This is just everything you need and want to know about the Munsters TV show. It has it all and doesn't skip a beat. Read more

Published on May 13, 2007 by MARKEV

4.0 out of 5 stars I Still Don't Believe Butch Patrick was Born in 1953
A TRIP DOWN MOCKINGBIRD LANE is exactly that: a compilation of recollections from cast and crew that more or less leave a good feeling about the show and is akin to an album a... Read more

Published on March 5, 2007 by Mark Ebert

5.0 out of 5 stars The Munsters: A Trip Down Mockingbird Lane
Awesome, detailed book. Easy, flowing reading that you can't put down! What an insight inot the production and cast members of this classic show.

Published on January 28, 2007 by McTeague

5.0 out of 5 stars The way I see it
I just picked up this book and I'm done. I couldn't put it down. Stephen Cox covers it all from A to Zombo. Read more

Published on December 13, 2006 by Craig Sopin

5.0 out of 5 stars THE ULTIMATE MUNSTERS REFERENCE

Some 40 years after leaving the TV airwaves The Munsters continues to grow in popularity and attract a legion of fans both old and young. Read more

Published on December 3, 2006 by Tim Janson

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