By David Sedaris
I am in love.
This is the first book I’ve read by David Sedaris but I will tell you one thing: I’m hooked. I didn’t even make it through half the book before requesting every book he’s ever written from the library.
This book is a collection of personal essays he’s written over time. It’s hard to tell if they are chronological but it doesn’t matter. I think any essay could be read separately and be just as good.
Sedaris has bold witty humor. Seriously, my hat goes off to anyone who can make a “flatulent grandmother” and a Japenese Barber with shit on his hand funny. Even my husband found humor in some of the pages. And my hubby doesn’t like to sit through any of the clips I read him.
What I really enjoyed was the style of writing in this book. I absolutely love it. As a beginner writer, it really brought the craft of writing to the forefront. Sedaris is truly an artist. I found myself rereading certain sentences because I was fascinated with how he constructed them. I can only hope I have a pinch of the talent he has…
So, highly recommended book… like I said: I’m in love.
*As a side note: I’m thinking about coming up with a rating system for all the reviews I’ve been doing. I’m not sure when or how but I’ll let you know.
I’ve heard he’s a brilliant writer. You have a lovely blog.
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