Scouting for Boys (2007)

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Lord Baden-Powell's 1908 handbook Scouting for Boys is one of the most influential and best-selling books of all time. In the 20th century, only the Bible, the Koran and the Thoughts of Chairman Mao sold more. But they had fewer jokes, no pictures and were useless at important stuff like tying knots. In this entertaining and affectionate film, Ian Hislop uncovers the story behind the book which kick-started the Scout Movement - a work which is very eccentric, very Edwardian and very English. Hislop discovers that the book is also very radical and addresses a variety of modern issues, such as citizenship, disaffected youth and social responsibility. He explores the maverick brilliance of Baden-Powell, a national celebrity after his heroism in the Boer War, and considers the book's candid focus on health and well-being.

Director: Deborah Lee
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 60 min
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Production: Takeaway Media
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

boy scouts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Scouting for Boys about?
Lord Baden-Powell's 1908 handbook Scouting for Boys is one of the most influential and best-selling books of all time. In the 20th century, only the Bible, the Koran and the Thoughts of Chairman Mao sold more. But they had fewer jokes, no pictures and were useless at important stuff like tying knots. In this entertaining and affectionate film, Ian Hislop uncovers the story behind the book which kick-started the Scout Movement - a work which is very eccentric, very Edwardian and very English. Hislop discovers that the book is also very radical and addresses a variety of modern issues, such as citizenship, disaffected youth and social responsibility. He explores the maverick brilliance of Baden-Powell, a national celebrity after his heroism in the Boer War, and considers the book's candid focus on health and well-being.
Who directed Scouting for Boys?
Scouting for Boys was directed by Deborah Lee.
Who stars in Scouting for Boys?
Scouting for Boys stars Ian Hislop, John Rowe.
How long is Scouting for Boys?
Scouting for Boys has a runtime of 1h 0m (60 minutes).
What genre is Scouting for Boys?
Scouting for Boys is a Documentary film.
Where was Scouting for Boys produced?
Scouting for Boys was produced in United Kingdom.