My Life As Me

Name: My Life As Me
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780140287455
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A Memoir

By Barry Humphries

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In My Life As Me, Barry Humphries delves into his life story, capturing his journey from his early days in suburban Melbourne to becoming a renowned performer and comedian. The memoir offers a witty and candid look at his career, detailing the creation of his iconic characters, like Dame Edna Everage. Through humour and personal reflection, Humphries shares his highs and lows, giving readers an insightful glimpse into his world.
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If you appreciate a journey through the fascinating life of a comedic genius, you'll find this autobiography highly engaging. It offers a candid and entertaining glimpse into the life and career of the legendary Barry Humphries, providing both humour and insight into his creative process and personal experiences. Fans of sharp wit and those intrigued by the world of comedy will likely enjoy this memoir.

My Life As Me

"Barry, you used to be so nice", Louisa Humphries frequently said to her son. Now, in his maturity, the Australian comedian reflects on his long journey away from niceness. "My Life As Me" revisits his childhood, his love-hate relationship with Australia and his adventures of the heart and stage.

Barry Humphries' first autobiography, "More Please", won the J.R. Ackerley Prize in 1993.

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"Barry, you used to be so nice", Louisa Humphries frequently said to her son. Now, in his maturity, the Australian comedian reflects on his long journey away from niceness.

Described by Barry as a "cubist self-portrait", My Life As Me revisits his childhood, his love-hate relationship with Australia and his adventures of the heart and stage. He tells us of his privileged youth in suburban Melbourne and describes his hectic artistic and romantic career in Australia, England, and America.

He also shares behind-the-scenes details of his life as creator and personal manager of Les Patterson, Sandy Stone, and Dame Edna Everage.

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My Life As Me by Barry Humphries delves into the fascinating life of the celebrated comedian and actor. The memoir is lauded for its wit and humour, capturing Humphries' unique perspective and charm. It provides an engaging account of his colourful experiences, intertwined with reflections on his career and personal journey.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780140287455

Publisher: Penguin Random House Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 May 2004

Country: Australia

Imprint: Penguin Random House Australia

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 31.0mm

Width: 131.0mm

Height: 200.0mm

Weight: 392g

Pages: 432

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Arts & Culture Barry Humphries Biography & Memoir Musicians, Movie Stars & Creative Biographies Non-Fiction Penguin Books

About the Author

Barry Humphries, sometimes known as Dame Edna Everage, is the author of several autobiographies, and plays. MORE PLEASE, his first autobiographical foray, won the JR Ackerley prize in 1993 and unparalleled praise. He is married to Lizzie Spender, the daughter of British poet Sir Stephen Spender, and has two sons and two daughters.