1990, ISBN: 9780060973315

Hardcover

Penguin. Paperback. 0140096787 Open Dating Your Mom to any page and begin to read; chances are you won't make it 10 seconds without laughing. ("In today's fast-moving, tra… More...

Penguin. Paperback. 0140096787 Open Dating Your Mom to any page and begin to read; chances are you won't make it 10 seconds without laughing. ("In today's fast-moving, transient, rootless society, where people meet and make love and part without ever really touching, the relationship every guy already has with his own mother is too valuable to ignore. Here is a grown, experienced, loving woman...") A collection of Ian Frazier's New Yorker pieces from the 1970s and '80s, it's a tremendous book. Frazier is undoubtedly one of the finest living humorists--a Thurber Prize-winner--and Dating Your Mom is what cemented his reputation. His jokes are turned just so, and if the subject matter can be a little elliptical, (as in the story "Bob's Bob House") that flaw is more than excused by the guffaws that surround it. --This text refers to the Paperback edition. From Library Journal Something less than short stories, something more than mere jokes, the pieces collected in this volume (most of them first published in the New Yorker ) poke fun at all kinds of cultural pretensions, both highbrow and lowbrow. Among the offerings: a musicological essay that extracts preposterous biographical information from an old telephone bill of Stravinsky's; a literary history of the "age of Niven" that analyzes books by movie actors; and a page from Mrs. Solzhenitsyn's daybook that records such big events as taking Al's old Siberia clothes to the Fire Department rummage sale. Frazier's humor is reminiscent of fellow New Yorker contributor Donald Barthelme's, but is generally less philosophical and more slapstick. It's intellectual, but it's also pretty dumb. Recommended for some fiction collections. Edward B. St. John, Loyola Marymount Univ. Lib., Los Angeles Copyright 1986 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition. books carefully packed and shipped promptly . Fine. 1987., Penguin, 1987, 5, HarperCollins. TRADE PAPER. 0060973315 8.0 in x 5.5 in x 1.0 in From Publishers Weekly To challenge the common stereotype of lesbians, and to combat the hostility, prejudice and ignorance which condemns millions of women to conceal their true sexual nature, Barrett ( Maggie's Way ) interviewed lesbians across the country. Of all ages, professions, economic, social and educational backgrounds, these women reveal a wide variety of relationships, many of which include male lovers and husbands. While pointing up differences between homosexual and heterosexual love, the author displays particular empathy for her subjects in regard to their rights to have and raise children. Lesbians, stresses Barrett, identify with feminism insofar as it represents the rights of all women, lesbians included, and for the solidarity it provides with the gay liberation and other civil rights movements. Photos not seen by PW. Copyright 1989 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. From Library Journal This book offers a view of contemporary lesbian lives in the United States. The author interviewed 125 women nationwide who have chosen other women as lovers and/or life partners. She uses excerpts from these interviews to present the joys and problems confronting women who must reconcile their personal lives with a society that often ignores or despises them. The issues of family relationships, religion, the workplace, parenting, social life, and culture offer insight into the diversity of lesbian communities and lifestyles. Unlike Del Martin and Phyllis Lyon's Lesbian/Woman (LJ 8/72), which provides a historical perspective, this gives personal stories that break down stereotypes and help readers to understand women who may be their friends, relatives, neighbors, or co-workers. Recommended for most collections. - Barbara M. Bibel, Oakland P.L., Cal. Copyright 1989 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. books carefully packed and shipped promptly . Fine. 1990., HarperCollins, 1990, 5<

1990, ISBN: 9780060973315

HarperCollins. TRADE PAPER. 0060973315 8.0 in x 5.5 in x 1.0 in From Publishers Weekly To challenge the common stereotype of lesbians, and to combat the hostility, prejudice and ignorance… More...

HarperCollins. TRADE PAPER. 0060973315 8.0 in x 5.5 in x 1.0 in From Publishers Weekly To challenge the common stereotype of lesbians, and to combat the hostility, prejudice and ignorance which condemns millions of women to conceal their true sexual nature, Barrett ( Maggie's Way ) interviewed lesbians across the country. Of all ages, professions, economic, social and educational backgrounds, these women reveal a wide variety of relationships, many of which include male lovers and husbands. While pointing up differences between homosexual and heterosexual love, the author displays particular empathy for her subjects in regard to their rights to have and raise children. Lesbians, stresses Barrett, identify with feminism insofar as it represents the rights of all women, lesbians included, and for the solidarity it provides with the gay liberation and other civil rights movements. Photos not seen by PW. Copyright 1989 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. From Library Journal This book offers a view of contemporary lesbian lives in the United States. The author interviewed 125 women nationwide who have chosen other women as lovers and/or life partners. She uses excerpts from these interviews to present the joys and problems confronting women who must reconcile their personal lives with a society that often ignores or despises them. The issues of family relationships, religion, the workplace, parenting, social life, and culture offer insight into the diversity of lesbian communities and lifestyles. Unlike Del Martin and Phyllis Lyon's Lesbian/Woman (LJ 8/72), which provides a historical perspective, this gives personal stories that break down stereotypes and help readers to understand women who may be their friends, relatives, neighbors, or co-workers. Recommended for most collections. - Barbara M. Bibel, Oakland P.L., Cal. Copyright 1989 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. books carefully packed and shipped promptly . Fine. 1990., HarperCollins, 1990, 5<

ISBN: 9780060973315

HarperCollins. Paperback. GOOD. Spine creases, wear to binding and pages from reading. May contain limited notes, underlining or highlighting that does affect the text. Possible ex libr… More...

HarperCollins. Paperback. GOOD. Spine creases, wear to binding and pages from reading. May contain limited notes, underlining or highlighting that does affect the text. Possible ex library copy, will have the markings and stickers associated from the library. Accessories such as CD, codes, toys, may not be included., HarperCollins, 2.5<

ISBN: 9780060973315

HarperCollins. Used - Acceptable. Item in acceptable condition including possible liquid damage. As well, answers may be filled in. Lastly, may be missing components, e.g. missing DVDs,… More...

HarperCollins. Used - Acceptable. Item in acceptable condition including possible liquid damage. As well, answers may be filled in. Lastly, may be missing components, e.g. missing DVDs, CDs, Access Code, etc., HarperCollins, 2.5<