Doctor Who-The Myth Makers - Softcover

Cotton, Donald

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0426201701 ISBN 13: 9780426201700

Publisher: Dr Who, 1985

Synopsis

When Doctor Who's time machine lands in ancient Troy, he and his friends become involved in the Trojan War

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Review:

While Dr. Who is often fondly remembered for its slipshod production values (disused quarries as barren planets etc.), it's worth remembering that the show featured its fair share of cracking storylines. One of Dr. Who's infamous "lost" episodes, with only the soundtrack remaining, Myth Makers allows a wonderfully inventive take on Greek myths to shine through (aided by Peter Purves' scene-setting narration), without the distraction of dodgy sets. When the TARDIS lands in ancient Greece, the original Doctor (William Hartnell) and his companions get mixed up with Greek Gods and the Trojan War. Mistaken for the great god Zeus by Achilles, Agamemnon and Odysseus, the Doctor is forced is to come up with a plan to defeat the Trojans--in just two days. Meanwhile, companions Steven and Vicky have been taken prisoner by the Trojans. To prove her loyalty, Vicky must come up with a plan to defeat the Greeks in the same time. However, for the Doctor, a certain plan involving a giant wooden horse may save him, but doom the others. Mixing the staples of historical adventure with farce, bolstered with a literate, witty script makes Myth Makers hugely enjoyable, a must for fans and excellent reminder of the series' early inventiveness. --Danny Graydon

About this edition

• Publisher: Dr Who
• Publication date: 1985
• ISBN 10: 0426201701
• ISBN 13: 9780426201700
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 144