Furious Cool: Richard Pryor and the World That Made Him (Audiobook)

from book_in_hand

I can't remember why I wanted to read this book, I really didn't know much about Richard Pryor apart from seeing a few of his movies and knowing he was a stand-up comedian. For whatever reason I picked it up I am happy I did because this was such an informative book. A must read for fans of Mr. P...

from arlenadean

Title: Richard Pryor And The World That Made Him Author: David Henry and Joe Henry Publisher: Algonquin Books Reviewed By: Arlena Dean Rating: 4 Review: "Richard Pryor And The World That Made Him" by David Henry & Joe Henry Book Description.... "No one who saw Richard Pryor alone on stage with no...

from slavenrm

Firstly and as usual, I received this book for because someone was giving it away in exchange for a review. Despite that kindness I'll give my candid opinions below. This book is at once a biography and a textbook on sociology. The opening chapters focus on black comedy and the environment into w...

from jbealy

Furious Cool: Richard Pryor and the World that Made Him is a well-written, well-researched page turner by brothers David and Joe Henry. Whether you're already a Pryor (1940-2005) aficionado or if you're from another planet and have never heard of him, this book has something for you. It is a funn...

from lanewillson

"Richard was a junkie first, a genius second. Always. - Paul Mooney The words of comedian Paul Mooney, whom few would contest is Richard Pryor's greatest and most knowledgeable disciple, capture the two facets of Richard Pryor's life most already know. However, Furious Cool: Richard Pryor and the...