Groucho and Me
The Autobiography
Published on 4. June 2009
Book
Paperback/Softback
272 pages
978-0-7535-1950-9 (ISBN)
Description
'The temptation to write about yourself is irresistible, especially when you are prodded into it by a crafty publisher who has slyly baited you into doing it with a miserly advance of fifty dollars and a box of cheap cigars' - Groucho Marx
Groucho Marx's autobiography is a rags-to-riches story with a difference. The most outrageous and voluble of the legendary Marx Brothers had a career that stretched from Vaudeville to gameshow, conquering Hollywood on the way. From the triumphs and disasters of a life spent in show business to his unconsummated loves, Groucho's story is told with humour and wit and in Groucho's own unique style.
As TS Eliot said of him: 'The mind boggles'.
Groucho Marx's autobiography is a rags-to-riches story with a difference. The most outrageous and voluble of the legendary Marx Brothers had a career that stretched from Vaudeville to gameshow, conquering Hollywood on the way. From the triumphs and disasters of a life spent in show business to his unconsummated loves, Groucho's story is told with humour and wit and in Groucho's own unique style.
As TS Eliot said of him: 'The mind boggles'.
Reviews / Votes
The only thing the man can't do is sing, and that gave me an opening. But he can do everything else. I envy him this book, most of his wives and all of his talent * Frank Sinatra * In this book, Groucho gives all - and he deserves every dime of his royalties. I'm looking forward to my percentage for this puff * Jack Benny * Groucho brought the spirit of carnival to Hollywood. This book allows us to linger over the gags that went too fast on the screen * Alistair Cooke *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Ebury Publishing
Product notice
Paperback (UK-B)
Illustrations
16 pages printed with text = 272pp total
Dimensions
Height: 198 mm
Width: 129 mm
Thickness: 19 mm
Weight
206 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7535-1950-9 (9780753519509)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
Julius Henry 'Groucho' Marx was an American comedian and film star. He made fifteen 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 gameshow, You Bet Your Life.