The Guinness Book of Classic British TV

This guide to the history of TV programming since the 1950s takes a nostalgic yet analytical approach in examining comedies, soap operas, science fiction, crime series, children's programmes and drama. "Quatermass", "Captain Pugwash", "Hancock's Half House", "Butterflies", "All Creatures Great and Small" and "Z Cars" are among the hundreds of programmes featured, encompassing the best and worst of British television. More than 100 of them are discussed in detail, with information which includes dates of transmission, personnel and episode titles, and glimpses behind the scenes.