Like A Lampshade In A Whorehouse by Phyllis Diller, Richard Buskin (2005, Hardcover)

I think she is a classic comedian. I love Phyllis Dillar. She is so funny, I can't stand it. fyi, her house was featured in the movie "the holiday"

If you're looking for depth, dirt or philosophical insights this isn't the book for you. If you want a surface bio of an interesting woman who made her mark in a man's world and lead the way for all the brilliant women comics to follow this is it. Frankly written, this books skims the topics of a mentally ill daughter, poverty level living, an infuriatingly ineffectual first husband, a gay second husband and a fabulously rich third companion. One wishes there was more depth to many of the topics, particularly the machinations of early show biz along with the well known personalities of that era. The book was enjoyable and if you're looking for an easy to read, overall view of Phyllis Diller's life, this book will fit the bill.

This is an insightful and delightful account of the life of Phyllis Diller. The highs and lows are treated equally and honestly. The reader will aquire a much deeper understanding of what inspired and motivated this icon of comedy. A quick and and often funny read. A +