“…a definitive source…rare and factual insight into what makes an
actor, a hit show, and much more…Pilato is a virtual professor of popular
culture…essential reading.”
— Ed Spielman, creator of the Emmy Award-winning ABC-TV series Kung Fu
“Pilato has served up a gourmet reader's feast with new, never-before-published material as well as culled from his massive buffet of previous books. Exhaustively detailed and annotated with a plethora of film and TV appearances, this book is an ‘essential’ for classic TV fans and the millions who will forever be bewitched by Elizabeth Montgomery.”
— Greg Ehrbar, writer and producer
— Ed Spielman, creator of the Emmy Award-winning ABC-TV series Kung Fu
“Pilato has served up a gourmet reader's feast with new, never-before-published material as well as culled from his massive buffet of previous books. Exhaustively detailed and annotated with a plethora of film and TV appearances, this book is an ‘essential’ for classic TV fans and the millions who will forever be bewitched by Elizabeth Montgomery.”
— Greg Ehrbar, writer and producer
“Herbie J Pilato has spent a lifetime researching and writing on
media, as his backlist readily attests. Now, on the heels of his brilliant Twitch
Upon A Star, comes the ultimate resource for Montgomery fans. The
Essential Elizabeth Montgomery is a must-have for lovers of classic TV.”
— Matthew Worley, journalist, syndicated broadcaster, host, By the Book radio show
— Matthew Worley, journalist, syndicated broadcaster, host, By the Book radio show
“Herbie J Pilato has
created a loving, extensive, and incisive portrait of an actress who deserves
the attention…An important addition to any pop culture collection.”
— Lou Aronica, New York Times bestselling author
— Lou Aronica, New York Times bestselling author
“Herbie rides again! Mr. Pilato always does his homework, and this
is proof of it. The Essential Elizabeth Montgomery is a wonderfully
concise guide and narrative of one of television’s leading ladies. Although
Elizabeth is missed, this book does have the magical ability to bring her
wonderful energy and charm back to the reader.”
— Eric Scott, actor, The Waltons, and Bewitched guest star
— Eric Scott, actor, The Waltons, and Bewitched guest star
“Herbie J Pilato’s
thoroughly researched The Essential Elizabeth Montgomery told me all
about the young woman I fawned over back in the day, and, while I was smitten
with her as a young man, I came away from Herbie’s effort with even more
affection and respect for this green-eyed beauty.”
— Paul Petersen, president and founder of A Minor Consideration; actor, author, and advocate
— Paul Petersen, president and founder of A Minor Consideration; actor, author, and advocate
“Herbie J Pilato truly honors the amazing life and career of
Elizabeth Montgomery. With a passionate and comprehensive chronology, Pilato
weaves the story of how both her life and career overlapped and demonstrates
how her very essence aligned with each character she portrayed…An enlightening
history of an enchanted human being that will surely make any of her fans
smile.”
— Sandy Pedeflous, creator, Smile TV
— Sandy Pedeflous, creator, Smile TV
“Through the memories
most of us have of watching the beautiful Elizabeth Montgomery with excitement
and cheerful innocence, Herbie J Pilato allows us to reminisce the good times.
Thank you, Herbie J—for bringing back the magic with yet another wonderful
depiction of Elizabeth’s life story; by helping us discover her real character,
and by bringing her back into our hearts and homes through this thoughtful,
lovely book.”
— Névine Salvadé, author
— Névine Salvadé, author
“Herbie
J Pilato's The Essential Elizabeth Montgomery completes the journey of
transforming a Hollywood icon into a close personal friend. . . . [This book
is] skillfully and personally crafted; a joy to read…A perfect companion for
fans of Ms. Montgomery or Hollywood. Cheers to another great read by Mr.
Pilato.”
— David E. Garamella, The Giving Collaborative
— David E. Garamella, The Giving Collaborative
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