Monty Python's Flying Circus: An Utterly Complete, Thoroughly Unillustrated, Absolutely Unauthorized Guide to Possibly All the References (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780810861312)

Known for its outrageous humor, occasionally controversial content, and often silly spirit, Monty Python's Flying Circus poked fun at nearly everything. Indeed, many of the allusions and references in the program were routinely obscure, and therefore, not always understood or even noticed.

This exhaustive reference identifies and explains the plethora of cultural, historical, and topical allusions of this landmark series. In this resource, virtually every allusion and reference that appeared in an episode is identified and explained. Organized chronologically by episode, each entry is listed alphabetically, indicates what sketch it appeared in, and is cross-referenced between episodes. Scholars and fans who already appreciate the silliness of the Pythons can also enjoy the acculturated know-it-all-ness of their heroes.

Author: Darl Larsen
ISBN-10: 0810861313
ISBN-13: 9780810861312
Publisher: Scarecrow Press
Language: English
Published: 06/13/2008
Pages: 576
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 3.98lbs
Size: 11.13h x 8.88w x 1.58d
Award: IndieFab awards - Honorable Mention

Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reference Reviews-Adult 09/01/2008 pg. 1
Booklist 01/01/2009 pg. 126
Library Journal 02/01/2009 pg. 96
Reference and Research Bk News 11/01/2008 pg. 254
Library Journal Supplements 11/15/2008 pg. 49