With the loss of Dave Allen in March 2005, comedy lost one of its greatest artists. The legendary comedian, drink in one hand and cigarette in the other, humorously observed the absurdities of modern life, touching the hearts of millions of his fans in Britain, Ireland, and Australia for over four decades. His storytelling ability was unique, covering topics from the absence of his fourth finger to caustic attacks on the media and the church.
This official celebration of Dave Allen's comedy has been curated by Graham McCann, one of Britain's most beloved entertainment writers. It contains a rich collection of stories, routines, sketches, interviews, and photographs, inviting us on a journey from childhood to the end of his life. It is sure to delight thousands of Dave Allen's fans, old and new.
Popular comedians, such as Jack Dee, have praised Allen, saying, 'Dave Allen was our greatest storyteller, and no one ever came close to his storytelling ability.'
