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Indlæser... American on Purpose (original 2009; udgave 2009)af Craig Ferguson (Forfatter)
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Bliv medlem af LibraryThing for at finde ud af, om du vil kunne lide denne bog. Der er ingen diskussionstråde på Snak om denne bog. When I started reading "American on Purpose" I didn't really know what it was about, I only knew it was written by Craig Ferguson who I really like. Reading about Craig's childhood and rise to where he is today was fascinating and inspiring. I really enjoyed reading this book and highly recommend it to any Ferguson fan!
Ferguson admirably avoids wisecracks and instead goes for something like wisdom. Ferguson [is] a fine writer — witty, reflective and candid. Distinctions
The host of "The Late, Late Show" traces his journey from working-class Glasgow to the comedic limelight of Hollywood, revealing his personal story of becoming an American citizen. No library descriptions found. |
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I have serious doubts if this book was written for readers, it feels like it was written more for the author. It gives him a chance to appreciate everyone who supported, inspired, or influenced him. I mean EVERYONE, even nameless drunkards that happened to be in a right place and time. There are numerous short episodes in this book that could've been cut out as they are not really interesting or meaningful for the whole arc... but I believe there were kept to not miss any character that shaped Craig into a person who he is now.
If you've ever watched the Late Late Show, you'll get exactly the kind of humor you'd expect. It's light, funny, and can unexpectedly turn very dark and serious... for a moment. It helps to go softly through the trauma of poverty, alcoholism, drug addiction, personal and professional failures, keeping them all at a distance for most of the time. I liked the short serious bits that felt more sincere and I wish they were longer.
Overall, it's a good book. There are some laughing-out-loud funny moments and some painful ones as well. I recommend the audiobook read by the author for an extra dose of Scottish accent and authenticity. ( )