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I'll Be There for You: The One about Friends
- Narrated by: Amber Benson, Kelsey Miller
- Length: 8 hrs and 27 mins
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Publisher's Summary
An InStyle 10 Books You Won't Be Able to Put Down This October
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.
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- NePatsGirl
- 2019-01-05
A must read even if you didn’t think you were a true fan
Friends had always been one of those shows that you watch when there’s nothing else on or you just want some quiet time to yourself. I didn’t realize that this wasn’t just my opinion but that if practically everyone who watched it. This book is basically a sociology course about modern society and the role friends played. I never realized or thought about it being anymore than just a show. After listening I gained an all new appreciation for the show, the writers and understanding of people. I will listen again and would recommend to anyone. Funny story -several hours after finishing I was at a restaurant in a resort in the Dominican Republic when 3 women were at the next table discussing their favourite episodes. I laughed and said oh my god everything the author said is true... everyone relates to friends in some level. Of course I had to interrupt and apologize for listening to their conversation to recommend this book - for which they truly appeared thankful and sincere in saying they too were going to have to get.
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- Rs
- 2021-01-21
Enjoyable for all friends fans
I studied tv and media in college and this book brought me back to that time. I recently watched friends again, and had some thoughts of my own and this book touched well on the friends phenomenon. How the show is truly a reflection of the times, and while I don’t love a lot of the outdated jokes and scenarios now, I remember when it aired they were timely and funny. This book really helps to display how far we’ve come as a society and media. Plus the background info about the cast, show development and the behind the scenes details were very interesting.
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- Shaun Antle
- 2019-12-31
how you doin?
what a great book showcasing the intricacies of this amazing and cultural historical show. it's a favourite of ours and a definite source of escape. I'm pretty sure my wife can outdo anyone on line by line recounting lol.
well done Kelsey!
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- wendi
- 2023-03-19
Hard to listen to
I found this difficult to listen to. Female narrator who deepens her voice to sound like a man when reading a male quote is not necessary. Also, you can hear how there has been edits throughout - it’s quick, but you can hear Siri do corrections within sentences. It’s the inflections of the correction - and it’s annoying. Granted - I am only 1 hour into the book, but I wish I would of purchased something better.
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