The original Thunderbirds revealed -- inside this illustrated book are all the secrets of International Rescue and Tracy Island. The book offers a behind-the-scenes insight into the original TV show that catapulted the Thunderbirds to fame. The Thunderbirds will finally hit the big screen in cinemas this summer. Back to the future with a detailed behind-the-scenes view of the Supermarionation fantasy world masterminded by puppet genius Gerry Anderson. Featuring exclusive pictures of the characters, sets and models in the making, FAB Facts is the book every fan must have. 500 Fascinating Facts including FAB Phrases and FAB Futurisms...* What do Parker and Dr Who have in common? * Which American actor was Troy Tempest modelled on? * What's the connection between Stingray and William Shakespeare? * Which one (and only) character did Gerry Anderson provide the voice for? * What did a member of the Royal family say when she met Lady Penelope? All the answers and much more revealed inside!From Thunderbirds, Stingray and Captain Scarlet to Torchy, Twizzle, Fireball XL5, UFO, Joe 90 and Space:1999 -- enter the magical, fantastical world of Gerry Anderson.
- ISBN10 0006382479
- ISBN13 9780006382478
- Publish Date 5 July 2004
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 8 August 2008
- Publish Country GB
- Publisher HarperCollins Publishers
- Imprint HarperCollins Publishers Ltd
- Format Paperback
- Pages 96
- Language English
- URL http://harpercollins.co.uk