Comments on: Fred: The Definitive Biography of Fred Dibnah

By: bgr1965

bgr1965 — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 20:37:01 +0000

I was given this book for Christmas as I’ve always been a Fred fan but never really a book lover. I started it Christmas Day and hardly put it down! It is compulsive reading.
It is written in Fred language which makes it easy to follow and the last few chapters tell you all the things that never showed up in the TV series. A good read and definitely worth buying.

By: edzshed

edzshed — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 20:36:13 +0000

It really is a nice read, the author, I feel, really brings Fred’s character into the book, yes there are a few repetative bits, but it’s all by the by really. What really comes accross is Fred’s drive, passion and ambition not forgetting his sense of humour. I for one thoroughly enjoyed reading it and whole heartedly recommend it. Time for a pint…..

By: Mr. Stephen D. Wassell

Mr. Stephen D. Wassell — Sat, 30 Aug 2008 20:35:48 +0000

I enjoyed this biography very much but felt it was a little long and slightly repetitive. It also helps if you have some appreciation of steam engines and other mechanicals as it gets just a little technical from time to time. However, the author does bring out Fred’s essential warmth and enthusiasm. All told it is certainly worth reading even if, unlike me, you don’t come from Bolton.

By: A Customer

A Customer — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 20:35:23 +0000

This well-written biography trully captures the spirit of Fred’s life and I believe Fred would have liked it. This book includes some of his frustrations and many achievements. The only thing missing is smell of Fred’s oil soaked cloth cap and a (couple) of pints of Guiness.