Absolutely Mahvelous

by Billy Crystal

The comedian from "Soap" and "Saturday Night Live" translates his talents into book form, and in over fifty photographs, dons all of his varied guises, from Fernando to Tina Turner

Genres: Biography, Humor

128 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1986

About the author

William Jacob Crystal is a Golden Globe Award-nominated and Emmy Award-winning American actor, writer, producer, comedian, and film director. He gained prominence in the 1970s for playing Richard Mulligan's & Cathryn Damon's TV son, Jodie Dallas, on the ABC comedy-drama, Soap, and became a Hollywood film star during the late 1980s and 1990s, appearing in the box office successes When Harry Met Sally... and City Slickers.

Reviews

[Derick Lugo · Rating 5 out of 5]

A few days back, I stumbled upon a book from my to-read shelf. Not sure how I got it, but it turns out to be by Billy Crystal, a favorite of mine. Oddly, I've been told I sound like him—funny enough, my uncle sounds just like him too, probably why I'm a fan of this comic genius.

The book, "Absolutely Mahvelous," is a tad dated (1986). If you're not a movie buff, some celebrity encounters might fly over your head. However, if you are, it's a treat. Being his first book, you can sense the youthful enthusiasm about his success. This is a fun, quick read.

[Sara Goldenberg · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you like his work, read all his books too! He's very real, fresh and funny !

[Milt · Rating 4 out of 5]

yes. yes, it was.