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« Reply #40 on: July 07, 2005, 08:12:46 AM » |
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Received my book Jude - thank you.
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« Reply #41 on: July 07, 2005, 10:36:38 PM » |
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Worth double at half the price. (What twit said that?) Well, there was a 70s TV series called "Cheap at half the price", and I'm pretty sure that "Dear at half the price" was often said by Pertwee in The Navy Lark (a popular radio series). Neither of these of course are applicable in this case. http://www.worldwidewords.org/qa/qa-che1.htm indicates that "cheap at twice the price" may have been a street trader's cry. |
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« Reply #42 on: July 07, 2005, 10:50:25 PM » |
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Worth double at half the price. (What twit said that?) Well, there was a 70s TV series called "Cheap at half the price", and I'm pretty sure that "Dear at half the price" was often said by Pertwee in The Navy Lark (a popular radio series). Neither of these of course are applicable in this case. http://www.worldwidewords.org/qa/qa-che1.htm indicates that "cheap at twice the price" may have been a street trader's cry. actually. the quote referred to my dearly beloved but often quite bonkers late husband Simon, who would use it frequently while selling his cassette duplicating services to customers. I always cringed when he said it, but 99% of the time he got the job. Sorry off topic, I know but it's my topic so I don't mind..................  Jude |
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« Reply #43 on: July 15, 2005, 02:13:28 AM » |
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I got mine and am enjoying it immensly. I keep running across names of other bands that I didn't know interacted with Fairport. In one review , there is a mention of Simon Dupree. I am assuming that it was Derek Schulman of Gentle Giant ( fame?) . Also the mention of playing with Pink Floyd. I am still at the beginning. I didn't even know Hendrix jammed with FC. Some of the early photos are just incredible. I also didn't know Joe Boyd managed Floyd??!!!! And a mention of aurthur brown. I wonder if it is the same one I am thinking of. "Fire" was his hit. Very weird stuff. So many good bands played in a small area. London in the 60's sounds almost magical. It sounds like a nice close knit neighborhood. I can't wait to read more. I find it interesting that the mentions of the west coast influences.(being from the west coast, I am a 5th generation SF ian) But no beatle mentions. Surely , they must have had a bit of a influence. Also, I was suprised by some other quick mentions in the book. Thanks Jude. It is wonderful. And I am sure the greyhounds thank you as well. I'm sending off the photo and articles tomorrow. Hope all is well. Michael, Mindwarper, Nunchal Naomi  |
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« Reply #44 on: July 15, 2005, 04:43:23 PM » |
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Hey, careful Mindwarper!
You're giving away the plot!
Cheers
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« Reply #45 on: July 18, 2005, 11:57:43 PM » |
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Hey, careful Mindwarper!
You're giving away the plot!
Cheers
Nick
woops I just finished it. What a great read. And I did get one beatle mention. |
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« Reply #46 on: July 22, 2005, 10:05:18 PM » |
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I feel it is important to recognise new, fertile commercial movements in Western Liberal Democracy, and, in this very aforementioned spirit I feel it necessary to highlight the competition being offered to Amazon.com by the very excellent Jude's sales of Fairportfolio. Jeff Bezos be warned. This radical exercise in hip capitalism has astounded the international press (well there was a mention on the Fairport chat page - ed) and the sight of thousands of happy greyhounds larging it (come se dice) in a manor house somewhere in the Oxfordshire countryside is one to cherish in my dotage.
Now do you stock Geoff Dyer's books Ms Dyble?
Roll on Cropredy... even though I won't be there!
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So we beat on. boats against the current...
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« Reply #47 on: July 22, 2005, 11:43:42 PM » |
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Eh? What? What?
Excuse me while I re-read Jack O'D's post or the fourth time.
Nope it's no good. I'll have to IM him and ask him what he's talking about..................
Jude
oh yes and I still have some copies left to sell
C'mon now just think of those poor greyhounds, dripping and shivering in the rain, their big brown eyes staring mournfully, just pleading for a towel and a cuddle...........................
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« Reply #48 on: July 23, 2005, 01:51:29 AM » |
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Note to self again remember to bring Folio to Cropredy for Jude to sign.
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I have gone to look for myself, if I return before I get back, keep me here.
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« Reply #49 on: August 23, 2005, 09:28:36 PM » |
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Hope nobody minds if I bring this thread kicking and screaming up to date.
As there are a lot of fabulous new members perhaps some of you would like a copy of this fascinating bit of Fairport history written by Kingsley Abbott about the very early days of Fairport.
I have 13 copies left and I think that these are the last I can get hold of.
With Kingsley's permission I am selling them for £5.00 plus £1.50 postage /packing.
I will sign the copies if you like and the £5.00 will go to Greyhounds In Need.
So if you would like to find out about (some of) what I got up to in my youth with the folk-rock legends of today please IM me and I'll tell you how you can buy one (book not greyhound!)
Jude
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« Reply #50 on: August 24, 2005, 12:32:55 AM » |
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Ok.. Mindwarper has sold it to me!  I'd love a copy , Jude.. have never IMd anyone before, but here goes...... |
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« Reply #51 on: August 25, 2005, 11:26:30 PM » |
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Everyone and his/her/its Aunt should have this and revel in the days when Alexandra Palace was a gig not a relic... I'm saying no more in case I get it wrong.... but BUY THIS BOOK.... Hours of fun for one'n all...
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« Reply #52 on: August 27, 2005, 12:31:15 PM » |
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Hi, got my copy this morning and it looks a great intro to early days, will look forward to lounging in the sun in the garden on an english bank holiday ---who anm I kidding!! ...thanks Anne
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« Reply #53 on: August 30, 2005, 06:07:04 PM » |
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May I also add my recommendation of this book as well:
What's great is not just the detailed story of the early FC days, but also the reprints of photographs, newspaper articles, and advertisements for the live appearances. Truly, a collector's item to cherish!
DON'T MISS OUT! Even if you are located outside the U.K. (e.g. U.S.A. or elsewhere), Jude may have a convenient way for you to do the transaction and also help the dogs.
Cheers /// Tom***
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"If you don't know where you're going, you might not get there." (Yogi Berra)
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« Reply #54 on: September 27, 2005, 12:03:41 PM » |
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Thankyou to all those who have bought copies of Fairportfolio As you probably know, I donate the £5.00 per book to Greyhounds In Need. So today I have sent another £100.00 to this charity, which brings the total to £300.00. I thank you very much for your generosity and hope you have enjoyed reading the book Ummm I've still got 6 copies left so please IM me if you want one. Fairport in the black and white days!! before colour was invented (alright I know that's not really true.......) Jude  |
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