Review (PDF) The Life And Times Of Call The Midwife: The Official Companion To Season One And Two
The critically acclaimed British television series "Call the Midwife," written by Heidi Thomas of "Upstairs Downstairs" fame, was the highest rated new drama launch in the history of the BBC. Now it's poised to take American audiences by storm when it premiers on PBS in Fall 2012. Call the Midwife, the book, is the official companion of the TV phenomenon, featuring behind-the-scenes photographs, interviews, stories, and more. "Downton Abbey" fans, get ready for the next monster hit from across the pond.
Hardcover: 288 pages
Publisher: Harper Design (October 23, 2012)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 9780062250032
ISBN-13: 978-0062250032
ASIN: 0062250035
Product Dimensions: 7.4 x 1 x 9.7 inches
Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (63 customer reviews)
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You will not be disappointed with this beautifully bound book graced with gorgeous pictures throughout. I was enthralled by the descriptions of the meticulous collection of era-appropriate items for the set-decorations, thoughtful reminiscences of Jennifer Worth (the real-life midwife whose memoirs inspired the series) and behind-the-scenes looks at what was involved in bringing to the screen these memorable characters.
I thought the trilogy of the midwives was one of the best stories I had read in a long time.Jennifer Worth was so descriptiveof her subjects and their situations in the London slums.This book that accompanied the TV series brought it to life for me.The accurate clothing,the descriptions of the people's homes ,their foods and other sundries of living,really brought it to lifefor me.Heidi Thomas and the other women who worked on this series...where perfectionists in every detail of the livelyseries.The theme music and everything else returned you to an era long gone.Although,there was awful poverty,the Nunsand junior midwives worked to make lives better without trying to be judgmental about the circumstances they worked in.There was a lot of joy and happiness in this book.
The format of the book is excellent --- divided into the Nurses and Nuns sections ... along with great vintage info and pics about everyday life in Poplar. You'll feel like you've truly been "on the set" with this engaging book at your side. New season of Midwife starts here in the States at the end of March on PBS ... so get your copy of this Companion soon!!!
This is a wonderful supplement to the series about the midwife. The BBC does such a wonderful job in so many of their series and call the midwife is no exception. I love the positive spin on nursing and midwifry along with the humanizing aspects of the series. no greater calling than nursing and especially those midwives who share the most intimate time in the lives of women and families--great new beginnings of life and support in the tragedies as well.
If you have not enjoyed books in the past which are dull, and just explain the book (s) you've just read - or dryly tell about how it came about - - - this book is NOT like those. It's extremely interesting, and full of great photographs, and behind the scenes stories, and conversations with not only the actors, but with staff and such. You will not be sorry you got it if you have read the Call the Midwife trilogy. Take my word! I'm 82 and too close to the end to start lying now, right? Enjoy! (You know you hate that you've read the last book of the trilogy - this can make it last a bit longer)
Most underadvertised program on any network, PBS has come up with the very best series ever. Can't wait for it's return.Book also wonderful
My wife and I love this series and look forward to watching each new episode. This book serves as a coffee table piece and has become a conversation starter with friends and other visitors. Half way through season two, we hope PBS picks up a season three.
The trilogy is an account of real events on a time passed. The series faithfully portraits the stories including accurate historical detail and background to enrich the stories. The book tells you all you want to know to fully immerse yourself in the stories - indispensable for fans and history buffs
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