Brief Encounters Brief Encounters

Brief Encounters

Conversations, Magic Moments, and Assorted Hijinks

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Publisher Description

Reminiscences from the legendary talk show host: “Erudite and witty . . .Brief Encounters is very good and very funny.” —Chicago Tribune

On his talk show, Dick Cavett welcomed leading figures from film, music, theater, literature, comedy, and politics, and engaged them in conversation that made viewers feel like the discussion was taking place in their own living rooms. In Brief Encounters, Cavett introduces us to the fascinating characters who have crossed his path, and also offers piquant commentary on contemporary politics, the indignities of travel, the nature of comedy writing, and the utter improbability of being alive at all.

“A touching essay about the late James Gandolfini, a fond remembrance of an afternoon at Stan Laurel’s small Los Angeles apartment, sparring with Muhammed Ali, and being talked into signing on as Apple’s first celebrity pitchman by a young Steve Jobs are all here, as are Cavett’s warm memories of John Lennon.” —Esquire

“Includes numerous observations about contemporary culture and politics—neither Democrats nor Republicans are spared.” —USA Today

“A delightful peek behind the curtain at celebrities, complex characters, and the nuances of everyday life—all told with his singular wit and style.” —Publishers Weekly

Includes a foreword by Jimmy Fallon

GENRE
Biography
RELEASED
2014
28 October
LANGUAGE
EN
English
LENGTH
286
Pages
PUBLISHER
Henry Holt and Co.
SIZE
2.2
MB
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