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The Grizzard Sampler: A Collection of the Early Writings of Lewis Grizzard
Gathers the best of the early work of the recently deceased nationally syndicated columnist and Southern humorist, including essays on politics, food, music, religion, the influence of his parents, and the beginning of his battle with heart disease. IP.
262 pages, Hardcover
First published January 1, 1994
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Lewis Grizzard
66 books88 followersAmerican 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...
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...
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May 14, 2019
Exactly what it says on the tin: excerpts from the first six books that Grizzard wrote for Peachtree Publishers. I prefer his narrative stories, and my favorites from this collection were taken from If Love Were Oil, I'd Be about a Quart Low. I'll definitely seek it out one day, if only to learn more about the man himself.
June 24, 2020
4.5
This book felt like I was listening to a live comedy show. The book was incredibly funny, and in some cases, super sad. Overall good book.
This book felt like I was listening to a live comedy show. The book was incredibly funny, and in some cases, super sad. Overall good book.
October 29, 2021
The collection of Lewis Grizzard's early writings was humorous and enjoyable.
July 17, 2015
See my review here: http://iron-diva.blogspot.com/2015/07...
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