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Back from the Future

40 Years of Fandom, Flux Capacitors, and Timeless Adventures
By Brad Gilmore
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Travel through time with Marty, Doc, and the unforgettable Back to the Future trilogy—celebrating 40 years of fandom and timeless adventure. "Brad Gilmore's book not only offers new perspectives and a deeper understanding of Back to the Future, it reminds us why we fell in love... Read More
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Travel through time with Marty, Doc, and the unforgettable Back to the Future trilogy—celebrating 40 years of fandom and timeless adventure.

"Brad Gilmore's book not only offers new perspectives and a deeper understanding of Back to the Future, it reminds us why we fell in love with it in the first place." Mark Ellis, Comedian & Movie Critic

Relive the magic and adventure of the Back to the Future franchise with Brad Gilmore's insider tribute to one of the most beloved pop classics of all time. Why We Love Back to the Future: 40 Years of Fandom, Flux Capacitors, and Timeless Adventures dives deep into the world of Marty McFly, Doc Emmett Brown, and the creative minds of Michael J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd, and Bob Gale. Explore the making of the Back to the Future trilogy, discover epic sci-fi trivia, and learn why this 80s sci-fi phenomenon continues to capture hearts and imaginations across generations.

Packed with behind-the-scenes stories, fan insights, and a celebration of the films we love, this book is a must-have for anyone who cherishes the Back to the Future franchise. From flux capacitors to DeLoreans, from Hill Valley to the wild west, Gilmore explores what makes these adventures truly timeless.

Inside, you'll find:

  • Fascinating stories and trivia about Michael J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd, and the making of the trilogy.
  • Insights into the creative genius of Bob Gale and the evolution of the Back to the Future franchise.
  • Fun sci-fi trivia and a celebration of 80s sci-fi and pop classics.
  • Reflections on the cultural impact and enduring appeal of Marty McFly, Doc Emmett Brown, and their epic journeys.

This is the ultimate tribute for fans of Marty, Doc, and the Back to the Future trilogy—a must-have for anyone who can't get enough of these timeless adventures.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781684817870

Publisher: Mango Media

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 May 2025

Country: United States

Imprint: Mango Media

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 12.0mm

Width: 139.0mm

Height: 215.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 256

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Arts & Culture Brad Gilmore Education & Reference Non-Fiction Science & Nature

About the Author

Brad Gilmore is a broadcaster and author born, raised, and currently living in Houston, Texas. He hosts The Hall of Fame with WWE Hall-of-Famer Booker T, discussing sports, entertainment, and pop culture for ESPN Radio, and The Collection podcast, featuring weekly celebrity interviews. He also runs a YouTube channel with over 760,000 subscribers. Since 2015, he has hosted Back to the Future: The Podcast, which surpassed one million streams over 50 episodes. He has hosted a variety of TV shows and podcasts including Reality of Wrestling, Movie Trivia Schmoedown, Schmoedown Rundown, and Heated Conversations (featured in the iTunes Top 10 Podcast Chart).

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