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Messages From My Father: A Memoir
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Calvin Trillin, The Celebrated New Yorker Writer, Offers A Rich And Engaging Biography Of His Father, As Well As A Literate And Entertaining Fanfare For The Common (And Decent, And Hardworking) Man.Abe Trillin Had The Western Missouri Accent Of Someone Who Had Grown Up In St. Joseph And The Dreams Of America Of Someone Who Had Been Born Is Russia. In Kansas City, He Was A Grocer, At Least Until He Swore Off The Grocery Business. He Was Given To Swearing Off Thingscoffee, Tobacco, Alcohol, All Neckties That Were Not Yellow In Color. Presumably He Had Also Sworn Off Swearing, Although He Was A Collector Of Curses, Such As May You Have An Injury That Is Not Covered By Workman'S Compensation. Although He Had A Strong Vision Of The Sort Of Person He Wanted His Son To Be, His Explicit Advice About How To Behave Didn'T Go Beyond An Almost Lackadaisical You Might As Well Be A Mensch. Somehow, Though, Abe Trillin'S Messages Got Through Clearly.The Author'S Unerring Sense Of The American Character Is Everywhere Apparent In This Quietly Powerful Memoir, Messages From My Father.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Messages from My Father: A Memoir'? A: The memoir explores the author's relationship with his father, highlighting themes of identity, family dynamics, and the American experience through personal anecdotes.
- Q: Who is the author of this memoir? A: The author of 'Messages from My Father' is Calvin Trillin, a renowned writer known for his contributions to The New Yorker and his insightful commentary on American life.
- Q: What is the page count of the book? A: The book has a total of 117 pages.
- Q: When was 'Messages from My Father: A Memoir' published? A: The memoir was published on June 12, 1997.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all readers? A: Yes, the memoir is suitable for a wide audience, especially those interested in personal narratives and reflections on family and society.
- Q: What can readers expect from Calvin Trillin's writing style? A: Readers can expect a rich, engaging, and often humorous writing style that reflects Trillin's background as a journalist and storyteller.
- Q: Does the book contain any illustrations or photographs? A: No, 'Messages from My Father' does not contain illustrations or photographs, focusing instead on narrative prose.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: The book falls under the memoir genre, offering a personal account of the author's life and experiences.
- Q: Are there any other works by Calvin Trillin that I should consider? A: Yes, Calvin Trillin has written several other notable works, including 'About Alice' and 'The Tummy Trilogy', which also explore themes of family and culture.