One of the best things about doing this blog has been that,
from time to time, I get books sent to me for free. Of course there is an expectation
that I will post a review of the book, which is perfectly fine with me, as
that’s what I enjoy doing anyway. I
received this book last Thursday and have spent the past few days dipping into
it. It’s a delightful read, recalling, as it does, Larry King’s remarkable
career which spans 50 years, during which he has interviewed virtually everyone
of note on the planet.
This is an excellent book for vacationing, lying on the
beach, or poolside. You can literally open this book to any page and instantly
be entertained. And let’s face it; Larry King is the entertainer’s entertainer.
The book teems with stories about some of the most memorable moments of Larry
King’s incredible life in broadcasting. His encounters, including the famous
kiss with Marlon Brando, as well as some of the friendships he has forged along
the way are mind boggling. After all, how many people can ever say that they
were able to just pick up the phone and talk to Marlon Brando? Who even knew
that he answered his own phone?
As richly textured, and funny, as this book is, I should also point out that this is probably Larry King’s 17th book. I’ve lost count.
So, if you really want to know Larry King’s story; when you are finished with this
quickly read, and highly enjoyable book; you really need to read his full
autobiography, “When You’re From Brooklyn, Everywhere Else is Tokyo.” That book
gives you an insight into just how Larry King became “Larry King”. However, if you’ve never read anything else by Mr. King, “Truth Be Told”, is a wonderful place to begin.
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