Love, Groucho: Letters from Groucho Marx to His Daughter Miriam

by Groucho Marx, Miriam Marx Allen (Editor)

For everyone who still can't get enough of this legendary wit (and excellent writer), here is an extraordinary collection of almost two hundred letters by Groucho Marx. Following a close filial relationship as it unfolds week by week, year by year, these letters move through three decades of life: from the vagaries of Groucho's career in film, radio, and television, through two divorces and two remarriages, to Miriam's own often tumultuous young adulthood. In his own inimitable fashion, Groucho advises his daughter about her schoolwork, writing, career, growing up, and growing old. He also discusses theater, film, books, and politics with a candor that will surprise and delight even his most knowledgeable fans. Accompanied by photographs from Miriam's personal albums, Love, Groucho reveals a man deeply concerned with his family, a sometimes firm, always loving father who never hesitated to say exactly what he thought.

Genres: Nonfiction, Biography

241 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1992

About the author

Julius Henry "Groucho" Marx (October 2, 1890 – August 19, 1977) was an American comedian and film star. He is famed as a master of wit. He made 15 feature films with his siblings, the Marx Brothers, and also had a successful solo career, most notably as the host of the radio and television game show, You Bet Your Life. He had a distinctive image, which included a heavy greasepaint moustache and eyebrows, and glasses.

Reviews

[Samantha Glasser · Rating 3 out of 5]

I listened to this as a book on tape, and at the time I didn't know much about Groucho except that he was a hilarious member of the Marx Brothers. This probably wasn't the best place to begin learning about him, but it would be an excellent supplement to anyone who has a bit of prior knowledge. We hear personal recollections which aren't always positive but which give us an idea of who this man truly was, not the glossy Hollywood version.