Albany, GA: Bear Manor Media, 2006. First Edition. Paperback Original. Signed by the author, actor Alan Young. Illustrated. As new copy in printed wrappers. Actor Alan Young is best remembered for his role of Filby, opposite Rod Taylor as the Time Traveler’ in the classic film version of H.G. Wells’ The Time Machine (1960) directed by George Pal - a role he discusses at length in the book. Mr. Young also starred role in the Mr. Ed television show and has appeared in such motion pictures as Mr. Belvedere Goes to College, Aaron Slick from Punkin Crick, Androcles and the Lion, and has provided the voice for Scrooge McDuck for Walt Disney cartoon films. From the blurbs on the rear jacket cover: “The most important thing in our business and in our lives is integrity. Alan Young IS integrity. And there will never be a ‘...Was’ in Alan’s life. You will enjoy this book.” - Robert Wagner. And from Shirley Jones: “Alan’s book is full of sweet and funny anecdotes. It’s great fun to go back in time with him as he introduces us to an era filled with movie stars and characters you won’t soon forget.” Some of the film stars and celebrities mentioned in the book include, Tallulah Bankhead, Zero Mostel, George Burns, Jack Benny, Jane Russell, Mickey Rooney, Elizabeth Taylor, Red Skelton, Bing Crosby, and more. In 1952 Alan Young received two Emmy’s for ‘The Alan Young Show.’

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Bookseller: James Pepper Rare Books, Inc. (US)
Bookseller's Inventory #: 16460E
Title: There’s No Business Like Show Business...Was
Author: YOUNG, ALAN
Book Condition: Used
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Bear Manor Media
Place of Publication: Albany, GA
Date Published: 2006

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