
A Spike Milligan opus containing everything from classics to hidden gems with a foreword by Eddie Izzard. This stunning anthology of Spike Milligans work comprises of favourites from his classic books (Adolf Hitler: My Part in his Downfall Goodbye Soldier Puckoon!) as well as scripts from the now-classic Goon Show. Interspersing such comic genius is also a touching collection of letters & his celebrated & liberating writings on depression demonstrating the diverse talent of a man whose creative output spanned over half a century. A selection of childrens poetry & writings (Unspun Socks for A Chickens Laundry A Book of Milliganimals Silly Verse for Kids & much more) reveals Spikes irresistible connection with the childlike imagination & a brillant sense of the ridiculous. All the favourite & funniest stories are there. For those who want an excellent introduction to the mind of Milligan or a welcome return to a much-loved genius this is the ultimate Milligan reader.