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companions= [[Vicki]], [[Steven Taylor]] | | companions= [[Vicki]], [[Steven Taylor]] | | ||
enemy= [[Meddling Monk ]] | | enemy= [[Meddling Monk ]] | | ||
year= [[England]], [[ | year= [[England]], [[1066]] | | ||
writer= [[Nigel Robinson]] | | writer= [[Nigel Robinson]] | | ||
publisher= [[Target Books]], [[W.H. Allen & Co]] | | publisher= [[Target Books]], [[W.H. Allen & Co]] | | ||
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==Publisher's Cover Blurb== | ==Publisher's Cover Blurb== | ||
===1988 edition=== | ===1988 edition=== | ||
When the [[Doctor's TARDIS|TARDIS]] materialises on an apparently deserted Northumbrian beach, [[Steven Taylor|Steven]] disputes [[First Doctor|the Doctor]]’s claim that they have travelled back to the [[Early human history#11th century|eleventh century]]. The discovery of a modern wristwatch in a nearby forest merely reinforces his opinion.<br> | When the [[the Doctor's TARDIS|TARDIS]] materialises on an apparently deserted Northumbrian beach, [[Steven Taylor|Steven]] disputes [[First Doctor|the Doctor]]’s claim that they have travelled back to the [[Early human history#11th century|eleventh century]]. The discovery of a modern wristwatch in a nearby forest merely reinforces his opinion.<br> | ||
But it is [[1066]], the most important date in [[England|English]] history, and the Doctor’s arrival has not gone unnoticed. Observing the appearance of the TARDIS is a [[Mortimus|mysterious monk]] who recognises the time-machine for what it is. He also knows that the Doctor poses a serious threat to his master plan - a plan which, if successful, could alter the future of the entire world… | But it is [[1066]], the most important date in [[England|English]] history, and the Doctor’s arrival has not gone unnoticed. Observing the appearance of the TARDIS is a [[Mortimus|mysterious monk]] who recognises the time-machine for what it is. He also knows that the Doctor poses a serious threat to his master plan - a plan which, if successful, could alter the future of the entire world… | ||
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* '''[[The Target Book]]''' by [[David J Howe]] ([[Telos Publishing]] 2007) | * '''[[The Target Book]]''' by [[David J Howe]] ([[Telos Publishing]] 2007) | ||
* [http://www.personal.leeds.ac.uk/~ecl6nb/OnTarget/general/main.htm a comprehensive guide to the Target novelisations by Tim Neal] | * [http://www.personal.leeds.ac.uk/~ecl6nb/OnTarget/general/main.htm a comprehensive guide to the Target novelisations by Tim Neal] | ||
[[Category:Target Novelisations|Time Meddler]] | [[Category:Target Novelisations|Time Meddler]] | ||
[[Category:1987 novels|Time Meddler]] | [[Category:1987 novels|Time Meddler]] | ||
Revision as of 06:28, 11 December 2009
Novelisation
- This novelisation is based on the original television serial generally referred to as DW: The Time Meddler which included individual episode titles and was shown from 3rd July 1965 and written by Dennis Spooner.
- The cover and information shown on the right is for the original Target novel and featured the artwork of Tony Masero. (See below for information on other UK and international editions which published with a different cover).
Publisher's Cover Blurb
1988 edition
When the TARDIS materialises on an apparently deserted Northumbrian beach, Steven disputes the Doctor’s claim that they have travelled back to the eleventh century. The discovery of a modern wristwatch in a nearby forest merely reinforces his opinion.
But it is 1066, the most important date in English history, and the Doctor’s arrival has not gone unnoticed. Observing the appearance of the TARDIS is a mysterious monk who recognises the time-machine for what it is. He also knows that the Doctor poses a serious threat to his master plan - a plan which, if successful, could alter the future of the entire world…
Illustrations
None
Deviations from the Televised Story
To be added
Author, Writing and Publishing Notes
- The inside back cover includes colour details of Fantastic Doctor Who Poster Offers!
- The Virgin edition was a rushed reprint to coincide with a repeat screening of this serial on television. The cover artwork was reused but reversed.
Associated Images
- 2TimeMeddler.jpg
1992 edition; Cover by Alister Pearson
Publishing History (UK)
- Hardback (October 1987)
- W.H.Allen & Co. Ltd. UK ISBN:0491033370, copies priced £7.95 (UK))
- Paperback (March 1988)
- Target / W.H. Allen & Co. Ltd. One single paperback edition, estimated print run: 22,500, priced £1.99 (UK).
- Paperback (May 1992)
- Target / Virgin Publishing Cover artwork was reversed, priced £2.99 (UK).
International Editions
To be added
