Fred Basset 2008

Fred Basset 2008

by Alex Graham (Author)

Synopsis

From making sure he gets the most comfortable seat in the house, to stealing sausages with his friends Jock and Yorkie, Fred Basset is a dog like no other...Another wonderfully entertaining collection of cartoons from the Daily Mail's classic Fred Basset strip, featuring one of the most endearing and enduring of Britain's cartoon heroes. Fred Basset is without doubt the acknowledged authority on chasing cats, eating whatever food his owners leave unattended, and people watching. With his sidekicks Jock and Yorkie, Fred Basset's brilliantly dry wisecracks grace publications worldwide.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 112
Publisher: Orion
Published: 30 Oct 2008

ISBN 10: 0752893858
ISBN 13: 9780752893853
Book Overview: The very best of 2008's Fred Basset cartoons, as published in the Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday. The Fred Basset books have a terrific following, and are collectors' items - early editions are often sold on ebay! This is a traditional Christmas bestseller and perennial stock item. THE FRED FILES, published in 2005, increased the Fred readership even further. Excellent brand name. Fred Basset has been nominated to be an Icon of England . The Daily Mail strip reaches some four million people daily and over two million Mail on Sunday readers at the weekend. Also known as the Fred Basset animation - televised around the world. Fred is supported by a wide range of merchandise, including calendars, soft toys, etc - even Fred Basset wallpaper! The Fred Basset books are eagerly awaited by readers of all ages - an absolute must for Christmas!

Media Reviews
Not only is it a great example of Britain's tradition of newspaper cartoons but it'll be a handy little stockign filler in a few weeks' time. BIG ISSUE IN THE NORTH innocent and enjoyable SCOTSMAN
Author Bio
Born in Scotland, Alex Graham began selling cartoons to magazines during World War II. On July 9, 1963, Graham began the comic strip with which he is most closely associated: Fred Basset. The strip still continues in the Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday, and a book of the Fred cartoons is published every year.