Anniversary, The (Cleese and Booth)
by John Cleese, Connie Booth
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Readers generally find 'The Anniversary' a delightful return to the beloved world of Fawlty Towers, appreciating the clever wordplay and comedic timing present in the scripts. Many fans cherish the ability to relive their favorite moments from the show through the book, despite some noting that the absence of visual elements detracts from the experience. Overall, it seems to resonate well with both longtime fans and newcomers alike.
Synopsis
Sybil thinks Basil has forgotten their 15th wedding anniversary.
Actually he has arranged for some friends to come round and for Manuel to cook a special paella and there is to be champagne.
Whilst cook Terry is berating Basil for not letting him cook the paella, Sybil drives off in a huff.
Not wanting to confess this to their guests, Basil pretends Sybil is ill.
However they insist on going up to see Sybil and Polly has to don a wig and pretend to be Sybil.
As found in the collection, FAWLTY TOWERS .
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Anniversary, The (Cleese and Booth) is a comedy play written by John Cleese and published by Samuel French (2001).
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