I'll Be There for You: The One about Friends

De: Kelsey Miller

Narrado por: Amber Benson, Kelsey Miller

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SIX FRIENDS THAT BECAME A FAMILY.

A TELEVISION SHOW THAT BECAME A PHENOMENON.

Today, Friends is remembered as an icon of ’90s comedy and the Must See TV years. But when the series debuted in 1994, no one anticipated the sensation it would become. From the first wave of Friends mania to the backlash and renaissance that followed, the show maintained an uncanny connection to its audience, who saw it both as a reflection of their own lives and an aspirational escape from reality. In the years since, Friends has evolved from prime-time megahit to nostalgic novelty, and finally, to certified classic. Ross, Rachel, Monica, Chandler, Joey and Phoebe have entered the pantheon of great television characters, and yet their stories remain relevant still.

I’ll Be There for You is a deep dive into Friends history and lore, exploring all aspects of the show, from its unlikely origins to the societal conditions that amplified its success. Journalist and pop culture expert Kelsey Miller relives the show’s most powerful moments, sheds light on its sometimes dated and problematic elements, and examines the worldwide trends that Friends catalyzed, from contemporary coffee culture to the wildly popular ’90s haircut The Rachel. Taking listeners behind the scenes, Miller traces the cast’s rise to fame and untangles the complex relationship between the actors and their characters. Weaving in revelatory interviews and personal stories, she investigates the role of celebrity media, world-changing events and the dawning of the digital age - all of which influenced both the series and its viewers.

I’ll Be There for You is the definitive retrospective of Friends, not only for fans of the series, but for anyone who’s ever wondered what it is about this show - and television comedy - that resonates so powerfully.

©2018 Kelsey Miller, LLC (P)2018 Harlequin Enterprises, Limited.

Calling all Friends fans...

...this book is for you! If you love the show Friends or are just intrigued by 90s pop culture, this is a great read. Miller goes into the history of the show, it's relevancy to 90s culture, and its impact today. She doesn't shy away from controversy but manages to discuss the show's shortcomings in context and without bashing it or the creators. You can tell she's a real fan and that's who this book is written for.

Great!

Lots of information and told in a fun manner. I enjoyed the the audiobook reading of it.

ok

I liked it, but it's not a great book, somewhat juvenile and insubstantial in nature. Not really worth keeping.

Wish the political views were left out

Did not like the author’s political views all throughout the book. I just wanted to know more about one of my favorite shows.

So relatable and the reason I love F R I E N D S

The reading pace is excellent and the story is so refreshing and interesting. I love hearing new stories and getting clarity on others.

I am sure I will listen to this over and over just like I watch the series.

I loved hearing ABOUT Friends

It was so nice to hear about the making of Friends. I’m a die hard Friends fan and this show really means a lot to me. I loved hearing some new information about my favorite show.

I’m a Nostalgic Fan

I was around when Friends originally aired but was too young to get the humor. I came back to it years later as an adult when the reruns where on Netflix. It’s a great show that I didn’t appreciate when it 1st aired. I wanted to listen to this book as a fan that wanted to learn how the show came together, and the book delivers.

Friends ' fan

I was hoping for more behind the scenes stories. It was pretty interesting though. I would recommend it.

the one where it was boring

there was nothing in this book of interest that hasn't already been broadcasted in every media outlet. save your money

Must read for Friends fans!!

If you are a fan of friends, this is a must read that will give you lots of insight into the show. Must read!