Me Talk Pretty One Day

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  • ID: 3200
  • Added: 2025-10-17
  • Updated: 2025-10-17
  • ISBN: 9780316073653
  • Publisher: Hachette UK
  • Published: 2009-05-04
  • Formats: 1
  • Reviews: 3

In 'Me Talk Pretty One Day,' David Sedaris shares his uproarious experiences of attempting to learn French in Paris, offering a fresh and humorous perspective on language and culture. His essays also delve into the quirks of his family, such as his brother's hip-hop slang baffling their father, and the absurdities of modern life, from over-the-top restaurant presentations to cashiers with impractical nails. Sedaris's sharp observations and unforgettable performances have made him a beloved author, often compared to literary greats like Twain and Hawthorne. His unique blend of loopy humor and sophisticated wit promises to entertain and delight readers with every page. /n/n Sedaris's essays are not only sidesplitting but also offer a keen insight into the human condition. His ability to find humor in the mundane and the extraordinary alike makes this collection a standout. Whether he's impersonating Billie Holiday or ranting about the latest societal irritants, Sedaris's voice is as distinctive as it is hilarious. This book is a testament to his skill as a writer and performer, showcasing why he continues to be one of our most cherished authors.

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entertaining 4.00

This review highlights the book as a comedy must-read, with the reviewer enjoying it and looking forward to more works by the author.

The reviewer found the book to be a hilarious and enjoyable read, appreciating its comedic elements. They express interest in exploring more of the author's work and enjoying his humor in other formats like audio.


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    This is a comedy must-read and I basically enjoyed reading it.

    Would I read more of Sedaris? Likely.

    Will I enjoy it when I hear him on air? Yes ...

www.stuckinabook.com · 2015-02-26
mixed 3.50

The reviewer found the book amusing but felt uncomfortable with certain topics like drug-taking.

While the reviewer found the book extremely amusing, they admitted to discomfort with some of the subject matter, particularly the parts about drug use. Despite this, the humor and wit of the author shone through, making it an engaging read.


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    It is all extremely amusing (as that topic is more or less set up to be), even given my discomfort at reading about drug-taking.

    What makes it ...

    extremely amusing

hilarious 4.00

The reviewer found the initial chapters hilarious and enjoyed the humorous and heart-warming portrayal of the author's life.

The reviewer thoroughly enjoyed the book, particularly the first five chapters which they found hilarious. They appreciated the humorous and heart-warming portrayal of the author's life, making it a standout read.


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    The initial five chapters were hilarious and made me laugh aloud.

    One of my favourites was Sedaris' humorous and heart-warming potrait of his ...

    hilarious