The Carry On Girls
Will be published approx. on 29. October 2026
Book
Paperback/Softback
978-1-83705-372-8 (ISBN)
Description
Whether it is the seaside postcard bubbly blondes of Barbara Windsor, the hysterically historical leading ladies of Joan Sims, the coquettish authoritarians of Hattie Jacques, or the statuesque confidence of Valerie Leon, the Carry On girls are stoic, sexy and fiercely independent.
In this lavish celebration of a pioneering generation of comedy actresses who continue to radiate charm and contemporary relevance, a few home truths are revealed and some myths are debunked; but, above all, some of the best-loved icons of British entertainment are given fitting affection and respect.
In this lavish celebration of a pioneering generation of comedy actresses who continue to radiate charm and contemporary relevance, a few home truths are revealed and some myths are debunked; but, above all, some of the best-loved icons of British entertainment are given fitting affection and respect.
Reviews / Votes
'Five of the female stars of the Carry On movies have reunite to relive their glory days on the set of pictures famed for their innuendo-laden gags and bawdy slapstick humour.' * <i>The Sunday Mirror</i> *More details
Edition
New edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Stroud
United Kingdom
Edition type
New edition
Illustrations
175 Illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 244 mm
Width: 172 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-83705-372-8 (9781837053728)
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Schweitzer Classification
Persons
GEMMA ROSS presents, writes and directs the podcast The Comedy Historian. She has also contributed to audio commentaries for British film comedy releases. ROBERT ROSS is the leading authority on the history of British comedy. His sixteen books include The Carry On Companion, and official BBC celebrations of Fawlty Towers, Last of the Summer Wine and Steptoe and Son.