Pure Drivel
Pure Drivel by Steve Martin, published by Hachette Books on September 16, 1998, is a collection of humorous essays that showcases the author’s unique comedic voice. With 112 pages, this first edition presents a variety of witty reflections and sketches that highlight Martin’s versatility as a writer and comedian. The book includes a range of topics, from philosophical musings to playful reimaginings of cultural icons, all delivered with Martin’s signature humor.
Readers will find a blend of clever observations and satirical commentary throughout the collection. The essays explore themes such as humor in everyday life and the absurdities of modern culture, making it a thought-provoking read. With its focus on wit and humor, Pure Drivel offers an engaging experience for those interested in American essays from the 20th century, reflecting Martin’s ability to entertain while providing insightful commentary.
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The brilliantly funny New York Times Bestseller!
Steve Martin’s talent has always defied definition: a seasoned actor, a razor-sharp screenwriter, an acclaimed playwright, and, of course, the ingenious comedian who turned King Tut into a national craze. In this widely praised collection of humorous riffs, Martin shows he is a master of the written word.
From a re-imagining of the Schroedinger’s Cat conundrum to a wild meditation on who Lolita would be at age fifty to a skit entitled “I Love Loosely”, in which Lucy and Ricky Ricardo play the parts of Hillary and President Clinton, this collection by comic genius Steve Martin–some pieces of which have appeared in The New Yorker–is both hilariously funny and intelligent in its skewering of the topic at hand.
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