by Steve Martin · Hyperion · tapa blanda · ISBN 9780786885053
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«Pure Drivel» is Steve Martin's book of humorous essays, published by Hyperion in paperback (128 pages, in English).
Pure Drivel brings together humorous pieces and short essays in which Steve Martin mixes satire, absurdity and everyday observation. Several texts in the book appeared in The New Yorker, including an imaginative reflection on Lolita at fifty and a parody of medicine package inserts.
Pure Drivel was published in 1999 and the cover presents it as a New York Times bestseller.
May appeal to readers of satirical humor and to those who follow Steve Martin as a writer.
Stephen Glenn Martin is an American comedian, actor, writer, producer, and musician. Known for his work in comedy films, television, and recording, he has received many accolades, including five Grammy Awards, a Primetime Emmy Award, and a Screen Actors Guild Award as well as nominations for eight Golden Globe Awards and two Tony Awards. Martin received the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor in 2005, the Kennedy Center Honors in 2007, the Honorary Academy Award in 2013, and an AFI Life Achievement Award in 2015. In 2004, Comedy Central ranked Martin at sixth place in a list of the 100 greatest stand-up comics.
