David Hofstede Knihy

Millions love classic television shows, partly due to disillusionment with today's TV landscape. These shows are more than nostalgic memories; they are a cultural thread that continues to resonate decades later. Celebrating the era that shaped the Baby Boomer generation, this exploration reveals how these beloved programs still inspire us to embrace their ideals and ethics. David Hofstede examines the deeper meanings of our favorite classics, contrasting them with contemporary offerings. Readers will find a refreshing trip down memory lane, understanding why these shows remain timeless. Kathy Garver, star of Family Affair, praises the book for its nostalgic value, while Mitchell Hadley highlights how television once united America, offering shared experiences that fostered connection. Hofstede's encyclopedic knowledge and keen insights into past TV series resonate with those who yearn for the comfort and reflection these programs provided. Kathryn Leigh Scott, from Dark Shadows, echoes this sentiment, expressing a collective longing for shows that entertain and nourish our sense of identity. Ed Robertson, host of TV Confidential, appreciates Hofstede's whimsical yet analytical takes on the shared experiences of growing up in a simpler television era, making this exploration both engaging and thought-provoking.

Released in 1967, Planet of the Apes was a top-ten box-office hit that captivated audiences with its provocative vision of the future. Over the next decade it spawned four sequels, a television series, an animated series, two comic books, and hundreds of merchandise tie-ins. To some, the Apes projects were a campy, sci-fi blast, with colourful characters and delightfully over-the-top performances. But others took the stories more seriously, as allegories on man`s struggles with such issues as race, intolerance, and protecting of the environment. Though there hasn`t been a new Apes movie since 1974, the popularity of the original films and TV series has endured and, if anything, expanded in the interim. When director Tim Burton`s remake of the original Planet of the Apes is released in the summer of 2001, interest in the phenomenon is certain to be rekindled on a prodigious scale. Planet of the An Unauthorized History is a comprehensive look at all aspects of Planet of the Apes, featuring interviews, reviews, complete cast and credit information, and a behind-the-scenes look at what made this quirky science-fiction series an enduring classic.