"The Making of P&P reveals in compelling detail how Jane Austen's classic novel is transformed into a stunning tv drama.
Filmed on location in Wiltshire and Derbyshire, P&P with it's lavish sets and distinguished cast, was scripted by award-winning dramatist Andrew Davies, who also adapted 'Middlemarch' for BBC TV. Chronicling eighteen months of work - from the original concept to the first broadcast - The Making of P&P brings vividly to life the challenges and triumphs involved in every stage of production of this sumptuous tv series.
Following a typical day's filming, including the wholesale transformation of Lacock village into the minutely detailed setting of Jane Austen's Meryton.
Dicover how Colin Firth approaches the part of Darcy, how actors' costumes and wigs are designed, how authentic dances are rehearsed and how Carl Davis recreates the period music and composes an original score.
Piece together the roles of many behind-the-scenes contributors to the series, from casting directors and researchers to experts in period cookery and gardening.
Including many full-colour photographs, interviews and lavish illustrations, The Making of P&P is an indispensable companion to the beautifully produced series and a fascinating insight into all aspects of a major tv enterprise."

Picked up second hand in a local charity shop - as my free book in their buy-one-get-one-free 'sale'! It's a BBC book, issued at the time the series was first aired on the BBC (1995).

Really loved reading this and getting a insight into my favourite period dramas. Love finding out how they film certain parts, the interviews with some of the cast and learning where it has been filmed. I thought I recognised a few places...and now I know!!

Thanks to AgnesXNitt...it is now being returned home.

Rosiewhippet. x

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