Possible Side Effects - Brossura

Burroughs, Augusten

Brossura

ISBN 10: 031242681X ISBN 13: 9780312426811

Casa editrice: Picador USA, 2007

Riassunto

National Bestseller

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Running with Scissors comes Augusten Burroughs's most provocative collection of true stories yet. From nicotine gum addiction to lesbian personal ads to incontinent dogs, Possible Side Effects mines Burroughs's life in a series of uproariously funny essays. These are stories that are uniquely Augusten, with all the over-the-top hilarity of Running with Scissors, the erudition of Dry, and the breadth of Magical Thinking. A collection that is universal in its appeal and unabashedly intimate, Possible Side Effects continues to explore that which is most personal, mirthful, disturbing, and cherished, with unmatched audacity. A cautionary tale in essay form. Be forewarned--hilarious, troubling, and shocking results might occur.

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L'autore:

Augusten Burroughs is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Running with Scissors, Sellevision, Dry, and Magical Thinking. A film version of Running with Scissors was adapted for the screen by Ryan Murphy. Augusten has been named one of the fifteen funniest people in America by Entertainment Weekly. He lives in New York City and western Massachusetts.

Product Description:

From the million-copy bestselling author of "Running with Scissors" comes Augusten Burroughs's most provocative collection yet. Augusten Burroughs is: "One of the most compelling and screamingly funny voices of the new century."---"USA Today""Deliciously perverse."---"People""Endearingly neurotic...he hooks you into a story better than anybody."---"Entertainment Weekly""Outrageously magical...surprisingly thoughtful."---"The Atlanta Journal-Constitution"This book is approved for consumption by those seeking pleasure, escape, amusement, enlightenment, or general distraction. This book is not approved to treat disorders such as eBay addiction or incessant blind dating.In studies, some people reported inappropriate, convulsive laughter, a tingling sensation in the limbs, and sudden gasping. Fewer than 1 percent reported narcolepsy.Doll collectors may experience special sensitivity, as may discourteous drivers, candy-company brand managers, and nicotine-gum users.This book has been shown to be especially helpful to those with parents, grandparents, life partners, and incontinent dogs. People with dry, cracked skin have responded well to this book, as have people with certain heart conditions. Do not operate heavy machinery while reading this book, until you know what effects it may have on you.This text is contraindicated in those suffering from certain psychiatric disorders, including---but not limited to---readers afflicted with anhedonia, which is the inability to experience pleasure. Ask your doctor about "Possible Side Effects."

Su questa edizione

• Editore: Picador USA
• Data di pubblicazione: 2007
• ISBN 10: 031242681X
• ISBN 13: 9780312426811
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 320