In addition to painting and his other endeavors in the realm of visual arts, Robert is the Author, co-Author or Editor of six books focused on the subjects of theatrical memoirs and theatrical history (Remember with Advantages, Such Stuff as Dreams..., Presenting Barry Morse & Merely Players, Stories of the Theatre, as well as two out of print titles: Anecdotes & Armadillos and Pulling Faces Making Noises), as well as books on cult film and television, including the 2010 release Destination: Moonbase Alpha - The Unofficial and Unauthorised Guide to SPACE: 1999, and another title which will be announced in the near future.
Five of these books are currently available. They are:
Barry Morse
“Such Stuff As Dreams...”
Images from a Lifetime in the Acting Trade
Edited by Robert E. Wood and Anthony Wynn
An amazing, limited edition, specially printed, hardbound volume featuring 370 pages containing more than 600 images from Barry Morse’s professional career and private life. The photographs are accompanied by reviews from throughout his career, extensive quotes, articles he wrote, talks he gave, and his thoughts on a vast array of topics. Packed with images and memories from his life, this book is an incredible reminder of an unforgettable man. This is an extra large format (11x13 inch) hardcover image-wrap coffee table book, with both colour and black & white photos throughout, printed on beautiful heavy quality glossy paper.
Barry’s son, Hayward Morse, writes:
“This book is a breath-takingly beautiful tribute to my Father.I could never have imagined owning such a glorious souvenir of his work and family. He, my Mother and my sister are always in my heart and thoughts but now they can be in my hands too! I cannot thank Robert and Anthony enough.”
Photographs in this book are courtesy of the Barry Morse Estate, Hayward Morse, Robert E. Wood, Anthony Wynn, and Melody Thamar Saunders. To purchase a copy of this amazing volume - likely the most comprehensive book of photographs and memories ever compiled on any actor in the history of the theatre - please visit Blurb Publishing.
This book has to be seen to be believed - you will be amazed (and we’re sure Barry himself would have been flabbergasted... and his flab wasn’t easily gasted!) The price is $174.95 US, which is the exact cost of production - the editors are not making a penny from sales of this book - it is offered as a loving tribute to a great man and dear friend.
Barry Morse fan Eric Bernard writes:
“Your Barry Morse book is MAGNIFICENT! I can’t believe how gorgeous this book is! Fantastic work! It must have taken months! So big and full of unseen photos, Barry’s life and career are so well represented... This has been made with true love. A thousand times BRAVO.”
Destination: Moonbase Alpha
The Unofficial and Unauthorised Guide to SPACE: 1999
By Robert E. Wood
Published in 2010 by Telos Publishing, ISBN 978-1-84583-034-2 Destination: Moonbase Alpha is the most comprehensive book ever published on Space: 1999, including extensive cast lists and detailed reviews of all 48 episodes, as well as the Message from Moonbase Alpha short film. Destination: Moonbase Alpha tells the incredible story of the making of a science fiction classic, told by the actors, writers and production crew who created it. The book is available worldwide. Reviewers and fans of the series have heaped praise upon the book: “Great... Fantastic... Amazing... An Absolute Triumph... Brilliant... Excellent... Awesome... Priceless... Definitive... Wonderful... A Masterpiece... Compelling... A Treasure Trove... Impressive... Intelligent... Highly Recommended... The Best... A Must-Have... Informative... Enlightening... A Page-Turner... Invaluable... Refreshing... Engrossing... Laudable... Essential... Superb... Amazingly Comprehensive...” and more! For more information, full reviews, and links to purchase the book please visit www.destinationmoonbasealpha.net .
Photo courtesy of Telos Publishing - these are the first copies of the book, fresh out of the box from the printer!
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REMEMBER WITH ADVANTAGES
Chasing 'The Fugitive' and Other Stories from an Actor's Life
By Barry Morse
with Anthony Wynn and Robert E. Wood
Published by McFarland and Company, ISBN 978-0-7864-2771-0, the incredible theatrical memoir Remember With Advantages is now available through all major booksellers including Amazon, at: Amazon.com (USA), Amazon.co.uk (UK), Amazon.ca (Canada), and directly through the publisher HERE. For quick delivery in North America, the authors recommend you purchase the book directly from the publisher, McFarland and Company.
This book details the extraordinary journey of performer Barry Morse. He candidly relates his childhood as a Cockney boy in the East End of London and his win, against all odds, of a full scholarship to the famed Royal Academy of Dramatic Art at the age of 15. He describes how this unlikely beginning propelled him into an international career on stage and screen, including starring roles on Broadway and in television series such as The Fugitive, Space: 1999, and The Winds of War. He crosses paths with numerous notable figures along the way, including George Bernard Shaw, Noel Coward, Peter Cushing, Alfred Hitchcock, David Janssen, Robert Mitchum, and many others. One of the most versatile pros in show business, his book is more than just a memoir; it is a wealth of theatrical history and stands as testament to an era which is gone forever.
The Foreword to the book is written by Academy Award-winning actor Martin Landau. 
The Authors - Barry Morse, Anthony Wynn, Robert E. Wood
"Barry's life is a virtual history of the twentieth century...
and deserves to be read by everyone on the planet, theatre-folk and civilian alike."
- actor Martin Landau
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STORIES OF THE THEATRE
The Radio Scripts of Barry Morse and Alan King
Edited By Robert E. Wood and Anthony Wynn
This special, limited edition volume entitled Stories of the Theatre, ISBN 9781411692114, includes twenty select scripts culled from the hit radio programs starring Barry Morse and Alan King. This incredible 549 page book is now available for purchase.
The material was the genesis for Barry's television series Presenting Barry Morse and his long-running one man show Merely Players. This book includes a special introduction written by Barry Morse detailing the history and background of these programs. The volume contains material on such luminaries as George Bernard Shaw, Ben Jonson, Charles Macready, Peg Woffington, Charles Dickens, Henry Irving, William Shakespeare, Oscar Wilde and many, many more figures of the Stage. The original programs also featured a wide range of guest actresses including Toby Robins, Ruth Springford, Margaret Griffin, Kate Reid, and a number of others. Drama, tragedy and comedy combine with tales of actors, actresses, playwrights and critics. Stories of the Theatre will take you on a remarkable theatrical journey!
Click HERE to purchase.
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Upcoming Release:
PRESENTING BARRY MORSE & MERELY PLAYERS
Edited by Robert E. Wood and Anthony Wynn
*Release Date To Be Determined.
This book contains the complete text of Barry Morse's hit one-man stage show Merely Players and his television series Presenting Barry Morse. The shows are a tour de force presentation examining the lives of actors from Elizabethan times to the present day. From moving and heartfelt to comedic, they literally run the gamut of human emotion. Included in this volume are several vignettes from the life and career of "mere player" Barry Morse himself; other vignettes feature over a dozens of characters (several of them women) and even a couple of musical numbers! The material includes pieces from Shakespeare, Edward and Joan Alleyn, Charles Dickens, Michael MacLiammoir, Anton Chekhov, Carl Bernard, and many others. This volume includes expanded material and additional photographs.
With the Compact Disk
Rogues and Vagabonds
Performed By Barry Morse
The special 60 minute compact disk audio drama Rogues and Vagabonds will be released at the same time as Presenting Barry Morse & Merely Players. This world premiere release features amazing performances by Barry Morse and is a must-have recording - not only for fans of Barry Morse, but fans of the theatre and of theatre history. It is introduced by actor Tobias Andersen and the performances include more than a half-dozen pieces that are featured in the book.