Synopsis George Carlin was one of America's most celebrated comedians, known for his razor sharp wit and his prescient observations on contemporary society. In this fascinating and wildly entertaining biography, Carlin recalls his life growing up in Manhattan, and his journey to the stage. His amazing career earned him multiple awards, including five Grammys and the Mark Twain Prize. He was unable to finish LAST WORDS before his death in 2008, and so renowned British comedian Tony Hendra completed the book.
| Details | | Publication Date: | 2009-11-10 |
| Size | | Length: | 297 pages | | Height: | 9.5 in | | Width: | 6.8 in | | Thickness: | 1.0 in | | Weight: | 16.8 oz |
Publisher's Note An autobiography that the late comedian nearly completed before he died chronicles his storied career, during which he pushed the boundaries of comedy and language and influenced several generations of performers. By the author of When Will Jesus Bring the Pork Chops? 500,000 first printing.
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