Who's on First?
Author | : Richard J. Anobile |
Publisher | : W. W. Norton |
Total Pages | : 264 |
Release | : 1972 |
Genre | : Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | : |
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Author | : Richard J. Anobile |
Publisher | : W. W. Norton |
Total Pages | : 264 |
Release | : 1972 |
Genre | : Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | : |
Author | : Chris Costello |
Publisher | : Crossroad Press |
Total Pages | : 328 |
Release | : 2016-05-16 |
Genre | : Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | : |
This intimate portrait of Lou Costello (1906-1959) offers a rare look at one of the most talented comedians of all time. Starting in the 1930s, Costello attained enormous fame touring the burlesque circuits with straight man Bud Abbott (1895-1974). Their live skits (including "Who's on First?"), radio programs, and films such as One Night in the Tropics, Buck Privates, Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein, and In the Navy made comic history. Behind the scenes, however, Costello faced numerous crises: a bout with rheumatic fever that left him bedridden for months, the drowning death of his young son, and constant haggles with Universal Studios over its reluctance to adequately finance productions of Abbott and Costello films. Lou's on First goes beyond Costello's clownish persona to explore his Pagliacci nature: the private demons behind the happy public face, the heartbreaking moments in an otherwise storybook marriage, the business ventures soured by unscrupulous managers, and the true nature of the breakup of his twenty-one-year partnership with Bud Abbott.
Author | : Lloyd Schwartz |
Publisher | : University of Chicago Press |
Total Pages | : 212 |
Release | : 2021-08-27 |
Genre | : Poetry |
ISBN | : 022679508X |
"There is no one quite like Lloyd Schwartz, whose unique combination of comedy and pathos is rare in contemporary American poetry. Over the years and books, Schwartz has developed a pitch-perfect ear for dialogue, producing poems that are hilarious in their depiction of unsettling social situations, while still managing to find the kernel of poignancy buried in everyday encounters. He is a master of the speech-driven style of verse, which is based on overheard, interrupted, or invented conversations that are by turns humorous and deeply unsettling, intimate yet decorous. In the new poems section, Schwartz brings his broad experience across the arts (including his many years as a music critic and commentator) to bear, with poems that recall the feeling of both performing and apprehending a piece of music, say, or a painting, a film, or a poem; he explores the figures depicted within these artworks, their fears and desires, revealing whole unexplored, interior worlds, a universe in a pack of tarot cards. This collection, which gathers the very best of Schwartz's work over his long, distinguished career, amply displays the tenderness and delicacy of feeling that we've come to rely on in his poetry. "Who's on First?" is a fitting capstone to a long life lived in the arts"--
Author | : Stephen Cox |
Publisher | : Cumberland House Publishing |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 1997 |
Genre | : Comedians |
ISBN | : 9781888952612 |
The Abbott & Costello Story is a fond tribute to the comedy team that made Who, What, and I Don't Know the most hilarious names of baseball players ever batted around on the silver screen.
Author | : Patrick Robertson |
Publisher | : Bloomsbury Publishing USA |
Total Pages | : 1067 |
Release | : 2011-11-11 |
Genre | : Reference |
ISBN | : 1608197387 |
Completely unlike any encyclopedia before it, The Book of Firsts is the product of decades of archiving and research from the incredible Patrick Robertson. For many years the proprietor of a stock photo archive and collector of all forms of ephemera, Robertson boasts a library that includes ads, clippings, and archival materials going back well over 100 years. In this amazing work, Robertson indexes and describes the things he considers socially relevant, such as the first black head of a white government (it's not who you think), the first baby carriage, and the first department store. He writes about all this with an unparalleled knowledge and impossible-to-fake fluency with a staggering number of subjects. What's more, Robertson renders this massive reference with subtle but distinctive humor, and an eye for fascinating detail. Every entry in this book includes a first time in America, and many also have firsts from elsewhere in the world. With a handsome design and an oversized trim, this will be both a groundbreaking work of reference and a beautiful gift for trivia heads.
Author | : Bud Abbott |
Publisher | : Quirk Books |
Total Pages | : 43 |
Release | : 2013-07-02 |
Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | : 1594746982 |
“Miscommunications have never been so much fun” than in this laugh-out-loud picture book that will delight classic comedy fans, baseball lovers, and readers of all ages—based on the beloved Abbott and Costello comedy sketch (USA Today) “Who’s On First?” is one of the great comedy bits of all time—popular not just with fans of Abbott and Costello but also with lovers of baseball and comedy. Now, the classic sketch has been transformed into a priceless picture book for kids of all ages! Follow the mistaken identities, confusion, and lots of laughs as the new baseball catcher, Rabbit, asks coach Bear the names of the other players on their team (“Who’s on first. What’s on second. I Don’t Know’s on third.”). Full of silly banter and retro-style illustrations, this charming picture book breathes new life into a landmark of sketch comedy—and is sure to delight young readers and their parents. “The book is stunning ~ dad and Bud would be proud!!” —Chris Costello, Daughter of Lou Costello
Author | : Nathaniel Bluedorn |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 260 |
Release | : 2015-04-04 |
Genre | : Philosophy |
ISBN | : 9780974531595 |
The Fallacy Detective has been the best selling text for teaching logical fallacies and introduction to logic for over 15 years. "Can learning logic be fun? With The Fallacy Detective it appears that it can be. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and would recommend it to anyone who wants to improve his reasoning skills."--Tim Challies, curriculum reviewer "Cartoon and comic illustrations, humorous examples, and a very reader-friendly writing style make this the sort of course students will enjoy."--Cathy Duffy, homeschool curriculum reviewer "I really like The Fallacy Detective because it has funny cartoons, silly stories, and teaches you a lot!"--11 Year Old What is a fallacy? A fallacy is an error in logic a place where someone has made a mistake in his thinking. This is a handy book for learning to spot common errors in reasoning. - For ages twelve through adult. - Fun to use -- learn skills you can use right away. - Peanuts, Dilbert, and Calvin and Hobbes cartoons. - Includes The Fallacy Detective Game. - Exercises with answer key.
Author | : Daniel J. Dzurek |
Publisher | : IBRU |
Total Pages | : 72 |
Release | : 1996 |
Genre | : Spratly Islands |
ISBN | : 1897643233 |
Author | : William F. Buckley |
Publisher | : Open Road Media |
Total Pages | : 209 |
Release | : 2015-08-25 |
Genre | : Fiction |
ISBN | : 1504018516 |
In this New York Times bestseller, a CIA agent is trapped in Budapest between KGB spies and Hungarian freedom fighters while trying to stop Sputnik. The students of Budapest rise up against the Soviets with the assurance that the West will help them fight. Instead, 200 Russian tanks roll across the Hungarian border, sweeping the resistance aside. It’s a heartbreaking setback for democracy in Eastern Europe—and a pain in the neck for Blackford Oakes. Trapped in Budapest when the fighting breaks out, this warm-hearted cold warrior must think quickly to stay ahead of the troops. But as the revolution collapses around him, he finds the Red Army is the least of his worries. American intelligence has received word that the Soviets are planning to launch a satellite into space—a move that could shift the entire Cold War in their favor. It’s up to Oakes to stop them, and help the United States make its first steps toward the stars. Who’s on First is the 3rd book in the Blackford Oakes Mysteries, but you may enjoy reading the series in any order.
Author | : Billy Pistole |
Publisher | : Page Publishing Inc |
Total Pages | : 87 |
Release | : 2019-08-01 |
Genre | : Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | : 1644628821 |
Growing up in a small Redneck Cowboy town in California, this guy managed to live quite an unexpected life—tromping cotton in winter, branding cattle in the summer, a stint in the US Army, and with wheels moving all the time. Join this veteran as he rubs elbows (and more) with some of the world's most recognized, famous, and infamous. Hop alongside this veteran limo driver and take a ride. Some trips stranger than fiction. At times you may be laughing out loud; other stories might have you wishing to grab the door and run. Even the "not" famous is just as offbeat/colorful in their behavior and lifestyle. This collection of stories is part memoir and part documentary, always with a keen eye on the varied state of human disarray. Hop on in for the ride of your life, and as always, seat belts are optional.