Bibliograph

Rubber balls and liquor, Gilbert Gottfried

Type

Label

Rubber balls and liquor, Gilbert Gottfried

Language

eng

resource.biographical

autobiography

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Rubber balls and liquor

Oclc number

670481210

Responsibility statement

Gilbert Gottfried

Summary

The bawdy, clarion-voiced comedian traces his rise from an awkward Jewish youth in New York City to a famous stand-up performance artist, sharing everything from the stories behind his signature routines to his haphazard encounters with fellow celebrities

Table Of Contents

Introduction: A slice of pizza and a grape drink -- Story of my life -- Star power -- Not living up to my potential -- Don't forget to tip your waitress -- My brilliant career -- First impressions, lasting tributes -- Adventures in animation -- Gag reflex -- Circle gets the square -- Celebrity depth chart -- Cheating death -- Just tugging along -- The air up here -- Grand finale: too soon -- Encore: another slice of pizza and a grape drink -- Closing credits: "I'd like to thank the Academy."

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