This book offers readers the complete history of “I Spy,” one of the most popular television series of the 1960s and the first to feature a black actor in a recurring starring role. Interviews and photographs help relay the history of the show, which includes the creation of the “buddy picture,” the significance of its genesis in shooting episodes around the world, and how it fit into the context of popular spy books, shows, and films.

As the story unfolds, readers will find complete episode guides, including writers, directors, cast, crew, plots, and synopses woven throughout the narrative. Photographs from throughout the series are included.

Fans of the show, or of the spy show genre, will find much to appreciate here. ( )