I only really knew of David Barry from Please Sir and The Fenn Street Gang, two shows that I love. So I bought David's autobiography to learn more about those shows and the actor who played the childlike Frankie Abbott. I learnt so much. To think that as a 14 year old he toured Eastern Europe and The Soviet Union with Sir Laurence Olivier and Vivien Leigh, absolutely incredible, amazing, terrifying. He played Shakespeare and seriously dramatic roles. And then came the possible curse of fame and Please Sir. I was very much interested in his post Please Sir work writing, producing and directing with Malcolm McFee, his work in Pantos, a specialised genre not given the credit it deserves. Its also a very honest autobiography, telling of the pitfalls and hard graft that is the acting industry, the eccentric and often annoying characters you are often forced to work with during a shows run. It is very well written. I liked the way it was set out almost in diary form rather than the usual chronological way. It made me want more and to ask Mr Barry questions about such and such show or person. A most enjoyable read for any fan of his work or of the acting industry.