| As Long As They're Laughing: Groucho Marx and You Bet Your Life Contributor(s): Dwan, Robert (Author) |
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ISBN: 1887664661 ISBN-13: 9781887664660 Publisher: Midnight Marquee Press, Inc. OUR PRICE: $22.50 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: January 2009 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Performing Arts | Comedy - Performing Arts | Television - History & Criticism - Biography & Autobiography | Entertainment & Performing Arts |
| Dewey: 792.7 |
| Physical Information: 0.54" H x 6" W x 9" (0.77 lbs) 258 pages |
| Themes: - Chronological Period - 20th Century |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Finally, a funny book about Groucho Marx You Bet Your Life was unique in two respects. Is comedy was based not on actors performing sketch material, but on the personalities and experiences of real people, drawing on their normal lives and occupatons. The program's distinction and quality, however, resulted primarily from its giving Groucho Marx an opportunity to exercise his unique skills without the restraints that broadcasting at that time otherwise imposed. Groucho's principal resource was his talent as an improviers of verbal comedy. Dwan will keep the reader giggling with his stories about You Bet Your Life. |