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More copies of this ISBNThis title in other editionsB Is for Beerby Tom Robbins
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:A Children's Book About Beer?
Yes, believe it or not — but B Is for Beer is also a book for adults, and bear in mind that it's the work of maverick bestselling novelist Tom Robbins, inter-nationally known for his ability to both seriously illuminate and comically entertain. Once upon a time (right about now) there was a planet (how about this one?) whose inhabitants consumed thirty-six billion gallons of beer each year (it's a fact, you can Google it). Among those affected, each in his or her own way, by all the bubbles, burps, and foam, was a smart, wide-eyed, adventurous kindergartner named Gracie; her distracted mommy; her insensitive dad; her non-conformist uncle; and a magical, butt-kicking intruder from a world within our world. Populated by the aforementioned characters — and as charming as it may be subversive — B Is for Beer involves readers, young and old, in a surprising, far-reaching investigation into the limits of reality, the transformative powers of children, and, of course, the ultimate meaning of a tall, cold brewski. Review:"In his 'children's book for grown-ups'/'grown-up book for children,' Robbins (Even Cowgirls Get the Blues) takes readers on a whimsical tour of all things beer, written in the language of a bedtime story. Factoids about everything from how beer is made to the number of gallons of beer sold globally each year (36 billion) are woven into this story about six-year-old Gracie Perkel, who craves time with her beer-guzzling Uncle Moe. When Moe disappoints Gracie, she reaches for a drink and is visited by the Beer Fairy, who flies her through the 'Seam' and offers an education about life and, of course, beer. The drive to inform the reader about malt and hops is sometimes relentless, and the language can be frustratingly dumbed-down ('If you're unfamiliar with the word podiatrist, you're not alone. Fortunately for Gracie [and now for you], Uncle Moe was quick to define podiatrist as a doctor who investigates and treats disorders of the feet. A foot specialist'). Still, the premise and execution of this unique book lends itself to moments of real humor." Publishers Weekly (Copyright Reed Business Information, Inc.)
Synopsis:Bestselling author Robbins' first fiction in five years explores various aspects of suds culture — ancient, modern, sophomoric, and divine — and dramatizes the surprising things that happen when the life of a spunky kindergartner intersects with each.
About the AuthorPacific Northwest novelist Tom Robbins has achieved rarified cult status with successive generations of 20-somethings who adore his goofy, upbeat satirical fiction.
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