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Emergency!: Behind the Scene Paperback – July 13, 2007

by Richard Yokley (Author), Rozane Sutherland (Author)

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This book captures the essence of an important chapter in television history: the origins of the Emergency!, a dramatic series significant beyond entertainment. When the world premiere of Emergency! was first broadcast in 1972, there were only 12 paramedic units in all of North America. Ten years later, more than half of all Americans were within ten minutes of a paramedic rescue or ambulance unit. That simply would not have happened without the influence of Emergency! Emergency! followed the daily lives of a pair of Los Angeles County Fire Department firefighters/paramedics, along with their colleagues at Station 51 and the emergency room staff of Rampert General Hospital. This program introduced audiences from all over the world to the concept of pre-hospital care, along with fire prevention and CPR.

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402 pages
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English
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Jones & Bartlett Learning
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July 13, 2007
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5.75 x 0.75 x 8.75 inches
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076374896X
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978-0763748968
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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Jones & Bartlett Learning; 1st edition (July 13, 2007)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 402 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 076374896X
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0763748968
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.25 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.75 x 0.75 x 8.75 inches

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OZ

Christmas gift

Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2023

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I got this for my special needs uncle who loves emergency and he said it was great

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Theron A. Stewart

If you meet the actors from the TV series "Emergency" They will not autograph this book for you.

Reviewed in the United States on August 15, 2018

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Originally purchased this book a couple years ago from Rozanne Sutherland who ran the website Emergencyfans.com. Earlier this year, A couple of months ago, i received word that the Los Angeles County Fire Museum had purchased and built a new fire museum in Bellflower, Ca. Just down the street from their other location. This museum houses the original 1965 Crown Fire Engine used in the 1st two seasons, the 1973 Ward La France engine used from season 3-6. as well as the Squad used in the filming of "Emergency" The TV series. The Grand Opening was on July 14, 2018 and it was noted that Randy Mantooth, Kevin Tighe, and Mike Stoker from the show would be there signing autographs. So not knowing where i had placed the original book, i purchased another one to bring with me to have Randy, Kevin, and Mike Autograph it. After waiting 4 + hours in autograph line to get inside, I presented the book to Randy. Randy said that he was sorry that he (and Kevin) could not sign the book. Basically the book was written without the permission of Universal and the actors did not receive any royalties from the book, under contractual agreement, Universal told Randy and Kevin they could no longer sign the book. I was kinda bummed, but they both signed a bookmark that I could place in the book. After meeting with Randy and Kevin, I met with Mike Stoker (who drove the Crown and Ward La France engines) I asked him if he would sign the book and he said that he would sign anything. He was also there with Dennis Donnelly (One of the Directors on the show). Dennis also signed the book. The good thing was that there were museum docents that would take selfies of you and the actors with your camera if you wanted, so i was able to get photos with each of them. I am writing this review just so you are aware, that if you attend an event with any of the emergency tv series actors and ask them to sign this book for you, they probably will not. Over all it was a great experience seeing the units from the show as well as other apparatus. Meeting the actors and talking with them, as well as getting keepsake photos with them. The book is an excellent book and has a lot of information in it. Too bad they didn't inquire to Universal and get their blessing before the book was written and published.

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Compendium of all things Emergency!

Reviewed in the United States on August 5, 2010

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disclaimer: I LOVED Emergency! as a kid, and I was an EMT (pay/volly) for almost 10 years.

I thoroughly enjoyed this book! Yes, it has all manner of minutia related to the show, such as collectibles, but I consider that a plus for completeness. I found it easy enough to skip or skim over any parts that weren't of particular interest, but I didn't find many. My favorite section was "True Stories," and I wished for more.

There were spelling and grammar problems in spots, so I took away a star; as others have mentioned, the Troop/Troup problem was particularly annoying. Still, I found the information good; in fact, I keep the book by my side for handy reference while watching the episodes.

The glossaries of terms are highly welcome, but I wish for some way to contact someone about additions to include in future editions.

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Not Quite What I Expected

Reviewed in the United States on March 4, 2008

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The first thing I noticed about this book is that the publisher, Jones and Barlett, is primarily a medical publisher -- they publish professional books for doctors, nurses and EMS workers. And indeed, in the preface, the authors write that they assume their readers to be primarily firefighters, firefighter hopefuls, and EMS workers. Fans of the tv show "Emergency!" aren't even on the list.

The content of the book is, perhaps due to this confusion, somewhat schitzophrenic. The authors try to do many things, and so fail to do any of them very well.

There is a fairly interesting, but all too brief history of EMS services and the paramedic program in Los Angeles.

There are brief biographies of the actors, including a fairly lengthy list of non-regulars, many of whom went on to bigger and better things. (And, as has been mentioned, they managed to misspell Bobby Troup's name every time.)

There is an excruciatingly detailed discussion of the various vehicles that appeared on the program, both the squads and the engines. Also described in great detail are the important rescue equipment (the biophone, Jaws of Life and so on) and the uniforms.

Then we get extremely brief summaries of the episodes themselves, with guest casts, air dates, and so on. (Information that is available, often in much more detail, from IMDB or other on-line sources.) A few episodes include some background trivia, but none go into any depth.

Finally we are offered information on various spin-off programs and films, tie-in merchandise, and some discussion of the long-term influence of the show.

What is lacking is, to a large extent, much of the 'behind the scenes' stuff promised in the title. Given that the DVD sets themselves are completely lacking in extras (no commentary tracks, documentaries, etc.) I had hoped to be able to read here some detailed discussion of how various stunts were done, memories of cast and crew, and so on. There is precious little of that. Also, presumably due to copyright issues, while there are photos of several real early paramedics and their vehicles, there are no stills from the program.

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KeeWester

WOW - what a great read

Reviewed in the United States on September 10, 2007

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As a long time fan of Emergency and one of the lucky ones that was there in 98 for the convention this book is outstanding and a must have for your shelf. There is a part at the start of the book by Richard Yokely where he is guessing the reader "Fireman" "EMS" etc. He should have added "FAN".

I have many relatives and friends in the Firefighting/EMS/Medical field who will love this book. Not only is it full of information, but Firefighters and Medics will love the look and descriptions of equipment used back in the 70's. Fans will love all the research that went into the shows, where they were filmed, guest stars, writers, where are they now, etc. This book has the perfect mix from Fan and Professional.

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