Grizzardisms:: The Wit and Wisdom of Lewis Grizzard

by Lewis Grizzard

Over the years, Lewis Grizzard probably came up with more funny, outrageous one- and two-line observations that anyone this side of Forrest Gump. Now these "Grizzardisms" have been collected in book form for the first time. Whether the topic is religion, sports, love, money, or sex, these gems from the late, great, and perennially bestselling author will be welcomed by Grizzard fans everywhere.

Genres: Humor

117 pages, Paperback

First published September 26, 1995

About the author

American writer and humorist, known for his Southern demeanor and commentary on the American South. Although he spent his early career as a newspaper sports writer and editor, becoming the sports editor of the Atlanta Journal at age 23, he is much better known for his humorous newspaper columns in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. He was also a popular stand-up comedian & lecturer.

Grizzard also published a total of twenty-five books, including collections of his columns (e.g. Chili Dawgs Always Bark at Night), expanded versions of his stand-up comedy routines (I Haven't Understood Anything Since 1962), and the autobiographical If I Ever Get Back to Georgia, I'm Gonna Nail My Feet to the Ground. Although much of his comedy discussed the South and Grizzard’s personal and professional lives, it was also a commentary on issues prevalent throughout America, including relationships between men and women (e.g. If Love Were Oil, I'd Be About a Quart Low), politics, and health, especially heart health.

He made us laugh and think at the same time. Indeed, during his lifetime, Lewis Grizzard heard himself described as "this generation's Mark Twain," "one of the foremost humorists in the country" and "a Faulkner for plain folks" by the national press. What he was, without a doubt, was a masterful storyteller, stand-up comedian, syndicated columnist and best selling author.

Lewis Grizzard Museum: http://newnan.com/lg/

New Georgia Encyclopedia entry:
http://www.georgiaencyclopedia.org/ng...

Reviews

[Ethan Holtsclaw · Rating 4 out of 5]

A riot. Until you get to a part where you slowly grow uncomfortable. And then slowly put the book down. And then you forget about that because oh snap he just said something so funny that you shot milk out if your nose. Must read.

[Charles Lovelace, III · Rating 4 out of 5]

A sort of Lewis Grizzard’s greatest hits, so to speak. Cute and a quick read.

[K · Rating 1 out of 5]

This one was a horrible waste of time. If you want a compilation, read Chili Dawgs.

[Karen-Leigh · Rating 3 out of 5]

I love these. He died too soon.

[Anne Hendricks · Rating 5 out of 5]

Every Southern writer needs this chuckle - and beautiful work. I miss you, Lewis, in this world. Thank you for your Grizzardisms!

[Jean · Rating 1 out of 5]

Entirely Shallow.