Synopses & Reviews
Calvin Trillin, who has something witty and insightful to say about any topic, has distinguished himself in fields of writing that are remarkably diverse. For thirty years, he has reported on the American scene for
The New Yorker. His memoir of the fifties,
Remembering Denny, was a
New York Times bestseller. But he is perhaps best known for his humor--in his syndicated newspaper column, in the "Shouts and Murmurs" section of
The New Yorker, in his antic adventures as a "happy cater," in the weekly appearances with Johnny Carson and David Letterman.
This original recordinghis firstfeatures Trillin at his most uproarious, reading from his own articles and books. Wonderfully funny and full of surprises, this is a thoroughly satisfying, eminently entertaining, and beautifully crafted collection.
Synopsis
Trillan's first original recording, this work features Trillin at his most uproarious, reading from his own articles and books. Wonderfully funny and full of surprises, this is a thoroughly satisying, eminently entertaining, and beautifully crafted collection.
About the Author
CALVIN TRILLIN has been a staff writer for the New Yorker since 1963. He is the author of numerous books, including About Alice, Deadline Poet, Family Man, American Stories, Killings, Uncivil Liberties, and Remembering Denny, a New York Times bestseller. He lives in New York and eats heartily whenever he travels.