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Eric Zerbe
is on page 76 of 500
Great read so far, learning about Ollie’s childhood up to his first bit parts in film. Also learning new British slang, such as scrumping (petty theft of produce, often apples), teddy boys (fashion-focused, rock-and-roll loving UK youth of the ‘50s), and knocking shop (a, um, brothel).
— Feb 24, 2026 09:30AM
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Eric Zerbe
is on page 345 of 500
I feared a 500+ page biography wouldn’t keep my interest, but I can’t put it down. Sellers recounts tale after tale of Ollie‘s antics—with friends, on the set, or on his own. His friendship and shenanigans with The Who’s Keith Moon are next-level. I’m at the point where there’s not long to go for Reed or this book. I want to keep reading, but I don’t want it to end.
— Mar 12, 2026 10:52AM
