Les Dawson’s Joke Book
Les Dawson’s Joke Book by Les Dawson, published by Michael O’Mara Books, Limited in 2012, is a collection that showcases the humor of one of the UK’s beloved comedians. This edition spans 160 pages and presents highlights from Dawson’s extensive 26-year career in radio and television, featuring memorable moments from his performances, including his early appearances on Opportunity Knocks and his iconic characters Cissie and Ada.
Readers will find a rich assortment of jokes, comic sketches, and stand-up routines that reflect Dawson’s unique style and love for language. The book captures his ability to blend high culture with humor, often using wit to provide comic relief. Compiled from his personal archive by his wife and daughter, this collection serves as a tribute to Dawson’s legacy in the world of comedy, making it a noteworthy addition for fans of humor and literary criticism.
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The first-ever joke book from one of the UK’s best-loved comedians, Les Dawson’s Joke Book is a must for any fan of this perennially popular comedian. Collecting together the highlights of his 26-year career across radio and television, from his early days on Opportunity Knocks to Cissie and Ada. A lover of language, Les was a secret poet and was fond of high culture, often undercutting his own admiration of the art forms for comic effect. The book includes examples of all his most famous sketches, comic come-backs and stand-up routines. From working class roots to a comedian beloved by millions, Les Dawson’s Joke Book is a celebration of Les’s humour at its very best, compiled from his personal archive by his wife and daughter, it is the must-have for any fan.
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