David Jason: My Life

Such an awesome, down to Earth guy. I had no idea when i first watched, Dangermouse, in the 80s, that David was the voice behind my favorite mouse/hero...seeing him in all his many varied roles over the years i grew to appreciate his talent. Now i've seen all there is to see, and i'm a huge fan. His book was very well written, poignant, funny, sad, deep and shows his gratitude for his chances to become what he did.

A wonderfully written and rich autobiography. Many laugh out loud behind the scenes anecdotes. David Jason's story of persistence in moving his career forward is laced with his generosity to his acting peers. Highly recommended read.

My Life by David Jason was an absolutely brilliant read. He told his story at a lovely pace and I particularly enjoyed the way he interspersed the little funny anecdotes in the narrative. I read for enjoyment and this book ticked all the boxes for me - a real life story told in an upbeat fashion. I loved the way he presented the information and felt he had answered all the things I ever wondered about. The book was a real page turner and I came away feeling I had been given a window into the life of a lovely, happy, caring man who worked hard all his life and enjoyed every minute of it - the hard graft as well as the great success.

This man is an institution. I would even go so far as to suggest he's an integral part of many people's lives not as Sir David Jason but as the fictitious characters he has portrayed for decades on British television. And so it is that reading his autobiography brings us in touch with who this person really is. It is candid and witty with some startling revelations that somehow just don't fit - scuba diving ????? As we all have, life for Sir David has delved out many downs as well as the ups and he takes us there with him. Genuine affection seeps through the pages of this book which I would recommend for anyone.

I am a huge fan of his and I knew I would like the book - and it lived up to its promise and much more! It is a thoroughly delightful read!! I was laughing out loud and got lost in his reminiscing - especially once he arrived at his experiences in my favorite tv shows. I had not realized his extensive stage work, so it was a work of discovery as well. He drops a myriad of famous names in English theater and tv and we get an unfettered view of the life and times.This is one of the kindle books that I wish now for a hard copy.

On the face of it a bog-standard autobiography.So why could I not stop reading?Well written - well constructed - yes all of that.But in the end by a man at love with life. And it shines through.The man IS Del Boy(and Frost, and Pa Larkin and.... and .....and) and we all want him to succeed - and he does - magnificently.One of those people you wish you could meet.The book gets you as near as you ever will be to that.Great read - if you're a fan this will do it for you.Well done (again) Sir David.

I enjoyed this book and was stunned by the wide range of David Jason's appearances. He has been such a busy and successful actor. One of those faces you keep seeing appear on screen and accept he is always there and always believable in the part.It was fascinating to read about his life and his struggles. Thanks for the memories David, we hope to see you again.

I've followed David Jason's television career for many years, and am always impressed by the breadth of his talent for both comedy and serious drama. This book was an interesting catalogue of Sir David's life. It was workman-like in the writing. I was somewhat disappointed that there weren't more personal reflections about situations and people. Perhaps the risk of litigation was the cause of this? Or perhaps the people who are most connected to Sir David didn't want to be included. Whatever the reason, the book came across to me as a bit of a list, rather than a reflection of the people and situations in his life.

Was a fair read, have read better

One of my favourite actors.

Not too bad BUT.

I am enjoying the read. Still have a way to go. He tells it the way it is. In parts great humor. Comes from the same part of the world as me. Can relate to his experiences just after the war. Love him.

Lovely story by a lovely man. Laugh out loud at times. Demonstrates if someone is willing to have a go, they can get there.