Description
British detective thrillers of the 1960s amused millions and are still shown internationally today. This book investigates these ironic, eccentric and knowingly stylish series and finds out in what way they represent the British idea of themselves.
About the Author
James Chapman is Lecturer in Film and Television Studies at the Open University and is the author of The British at War and Licence to Thrill (both I.B.Tauris)
Reviews
Journal of British Cinema and Television: "readable and pathbreaking book" "subtle and perspicacious" "deserves a wide readership" Journal of Contemporary History: "...an eloquent case for the significance of these programmes."
Book Information
ISBN 9781860647536
Author Prof James Chapman
Format Hardback
Page Count 296
Imprint I.B. Tauris
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Series Popular Television Genres