The Columbo Phile A Casebook
The Columbo Phile A Casebook by Mark Dawidziak is a comprehensive exploration of the iconic television detective series that first aired in 1971. Published by Commonwealth Book Company, Incorporated in 2019, this 30th Anniversary Edition spans 410 pages and is presented in English. The book provides an in-depth look at the creation of the character Columbo, the intricate mystery plots, and the dynamics between Peter Falk and Universal Studios.
Readers will discover behind-the-scenes insights, including the Emmy-winning contributions of series creators Richard Levinson and William Link. This edition also includes a new preface by Dawidziak, an overview of developments related to Columbo since 1989, and a personal remembrance of Peter Falk. The Columbo Phile serves as a definitive reference for fans of literary criticism, drama, and television history, making it a valuable addition to any collection focused on performing arts and media analysis.
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When Columbo hit the airwaves in 1971, in quickly became the hottest TV detective series of the decade. Series creators Richard Levinson and William Link received an Emmy Award for their work; Peter Falk received three. The Columbo Phile offers fascinating behind-the-scenes information about the creation of the character, the writing of the devious mystery plots, and the altercations between perfectionist Peter Falk and the bottom-line concerns of Universal Studios. Originally published in 1989 and long out-of-print, this 30th Anniversary Edition of the essential Columbo book features a new preface by author Mark Dawidziak, an overview of post-1989 Columbo developments, including the twenty-four new ABC mysteries, and a personal remembrance of Peter Falk. It remains today the definitive guide to the rumpled Lieutenant Columbo and his career.
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