Paul Burton Livres

Although many doubles acts have come and gone over the years, none have ever made quite the same impact as Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise – Morecambe and Wise. In this new biography, author Paul Burton traces the journey that led the duo to not only find themselves success, but also love and admiration in equal measure from the public, their peers and even royalty – a honour the two men never took for granted.Whether sharing crosstalk with the likes of The Beatles, Des O’Connor, Peter Cushing and Glenda Jackson, parodying classic Hollywood song and dance routines or bantering in their bedroom sketches, Eric and Ernie brought sunshine and laughter to millions of people thanks to their various stage, radio, film and television appearances.Although both men have left us, their legacy and popularity remain alive and kicking in an era when the entertainment industry has changed almost beyond recognition.Charting their lives and careers, and featuring a sprinkling of anecdotes from their family, friends and colleagues, together with images from the archives, Two of a The Morecambe and Wise Story is an enjoyable appraisal of the tall one with the glasses and the one with the short, fat, hairy legs.

Set against the backdrop of the Northern UK music scene in the late 70s and early 80s, the narrative explores the highs of rock and roll fame alongside the lows of living on government assistance. It captures the chaotic and often reckless lifestyle of the era, blending humor with the darker realities of addiction and mental health. The tone suggests a lively, perhaps irreverent journey through the tumultuous world of music, reflecting on the lasting impact of both success and madness.

Published in association with Elstree Studios, Elstree: A Celebration is a tribute to over a century of world-class film and TV, and provides an intriguing insight into the past glories and hurdles of Elstree Studios and looks forward to an exciting future.

Strap on your boots and discover Northern Portugal on foot with the Sunflower Northern Portugal travel guide which includes 30 long and short walks. On the days when your feet may have had enough, enjoy some spectacular scenery on one of our 3 recommended car tours.

The historian Polybius recognised the significance of Rome's victory in the Third Macedonian War: it effectively made Rome an almost global power beyond compare. Paul J. Burton provides a very readable full-length narrative of the war and its aftermath, the first in English. Aimed at students, scholars and military history enthusiasts.