Black Books: Season 1, Episode 2

Manny's First Day (6 Oct. 2000)

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Bernard wakes up to discover that he has a new employee for his book shop, who infuriatingly has great skill at selling books. While Bernard is reluctant to keep him on, Fran makes her feelings clear on the matter.

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Bernard wakes up to discover that he has a new employee for his book shop, who infuriatingly has great skill at selling books. While Bernard is reluctant to keep him on, Fran makes her feelings clear on the matter.

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Bernard: You sold a lot of books. You got on well with all the customers. I have to fire you.
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"Who Will Buy My Books Today?"
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