- Stephen Fry, The Fry Chronicles. It chronicles ten years of his life. A feat of trademark wit and verbal brilliance, this is a book unafraid of confronting the chasm that separates celebrity from a young man's personal reality. Spanning 1979-1987, The Fry Chronicles charts Stephen Fry's arrival at Cambridge up to his thirtieth birthday. $9.99; $9.99; Publisher Description. It gives an account of his early career and how this swiftly developed. I must admit to a bias: I adore Stephen Fry, and so I was bound to love this book. With seven videos, links to relevant websites and web content, this enhanced eBook will bring an enriched reading experience to fans of Stephen Fry and eBook lovers everywhere. "Perfect prose and excruciating honesty. Who else but Stephen Fry could write an autobiography - and a substantial one at that - all organized around the letter C? Unable to add item to List. Still, all in all, listening to the author narrate his life in the eighties over eleven CDs has been a real pleasure, despite my occasional cries of "Stephen! This volume of autobiography covers his university days and early showbiz career, particularly his friendship with Hugh Laurie. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Spanning 1979-1987, The Fry Chronicles charts Stephen Fry’s arrival at Cambridge up to his thirtieth birthday. Candid, funny, erudite, this book enables us to learn more about one of the most entertaining and interesting artists of our time. I appreciate that it is not new but unfortunately the book has a big price label on the front cover that I couldn't remove and ended up making a mess so I haven't given him it. Spanning 1979-1987, The Fry Chronicles charts Stephen Fry's arrival at Cambridge up to his thirtieth birthday. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. He's insightful, clever, self-deprecating and draws from a vast comprehension of the world. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 1, 2012. Having read the first autobiography I had less expectations of this one in a way, I didn't expect it to be at all predictable because in the first book his life seemed to differ so much from what was suggested by his television persona. Unable to add item to List. Whilst he uses words here and there that I wonder even exist, they are always in context and utterly in character. I'm of the opinion that if one has an "alternative lifestyle" one might be expected, as well as permitted to say so. I have no issue with his choosing words unfamiliar to me- there's very often a word that more precisely fits a description, and exposure is appreciated. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. *FREE* shipping on eligible orders. I just wish his editor had been much harder with him and forced him to cut three quarters of his complaints. Paperback $ 18.95. Nice to get an inside view of his rapid rise, reviews of old shows on British TV and on stage. Unfortunately, I finally gave up on the book 3/4 of the way through even after eventually having to choose to skip long listings of names & accomplishments of said names. You're listening to a sample of the Audible audio edition. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in, $18.02 Shipping & Import Fees Deposit to Czech Republic. Easily missed, the precision of the statement with his mother and father's wonderful responses will stay with me forever. Something went wrong. Our payment security system encrypts your information during transmission. The memoir stands as proof of the author's intelligence, wit, and insight." Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 28, 2017. Stephen Fry is a delightful writer. Still I’ve read 100 pages in just a few days. But oh, dear Stephen, the self-indulgence of the confessional does not translate so well onto audio. That was a 5+ star read, by comparison this I rate as meriting 4 stars. I’ve just begun the last quarter. A grand reminiscence of college and theatre and comedyland in the 1980s, with tone-perfect anecdotes and genuine readerly excitement. I've enjoyed Stephen Fry in many online venues & have devoted much YouTube time to him. He's insightful, clever, self-deprecating and draws from a vast comprehension of the world. I bought this as a Christmas stocking gift for my son who loves Steven Fry. But even clever, accomplished writers could use incisive editing; with enough, I might have finished the book. But when he arrived at Cambridge he was a convicted thief, an addict, and a failed suicide, convinced that he would be expelled. The Fry Chronicles is Fry's autobiographical account of ten years of his life from age twenty. PUBLISHER: Michael Joseph, London. Unfortunately, I finally gave up on the book 3/4 of the way through even after eventually having to choose to skip long listings of names & accomplishments of said names. Moab has more humour , whereas this book, for me,only had a couple of laugh out loud moments. Tales of champagne, love, and conspicuous consumption jostle with insights into Broadway and TV stardom. . This volume of autobiography covers his university days and early showbiz career, particularly his friendship with Hugh Laurie. It's a happy and successful period for Stephen, unlike Moab ,which on the whole is..not. Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2020. It was Chris Colfer’s book, Struck by Lightning(Land of Stories is among the 14, by the way). "Perfect prose and excruciating honesty. Stephen, I got it the first time! "Heartbreaking, a delight, a lovely, comfy book". Spanning 1979-1987, "The Fry Chronicles" charts Stephen's arrival at Cambridge up to his thirtieth birthday. 436 notes. With seven videos, links to relevant websites and web content, this enhanced eBook will bring an enriched reading experience to fans of Stephen Fry and eBook lovers everywhere. The Fry Chronicles An Autobiography. To get the free app, enter your mobile phone number. Reviewed in the United States on March 31, 2014. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. If I had no visual on Stephen Fry and had to read this in braille, not only would my fingers be on fire but I could picture him in my head with ease. The unabridged, downloadable audiobook edition of the hugely successful The Fry Chronicles, brilliantly read by Stephen Fry himself.Thirteen years ago, Moab is my Washpot, Stephen Fry's autobiography of his early years, was published to rave reviews and was a huge bestseller. Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2020. Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club that’s right for you for free. Abrams Press; 1st edition (January 19, 2012). And my reactions? He admits he is wordy, but that is an understatement. Please try again. It is full of wit - for example, his mimicking of the various people in his life from Ned Sherrin to Ben Elton is worth listening to just for itself. Ten years in which he studied at Queen's College, Cambridge or rather acted in countless plays and then branched off into comedy particularly after his meeting of Hugh Laurie. anodetothemadding-blog. Fun, entertaining but occasionally exasperating, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 26, 2012, Let me start by saying that I am not a fan of Stephen Fry's writings in the normal run of events. I could hear Fry's voice throughout, with all his various quirks and congenial use of language so particular to him. AUTHOR: Stephen Fry. You're listening to a sample of the Audible audio edition. . The Fry Chronicles by Stephen Fry, 2010, Penguin edition, Hardcover If I had no visual on Stephen Fry and had to read this in braille, not only would my fingers be on fire but I could picture him in my head with ease. So on the release of this second volume covering the next phase of his life, as a student at Queens, Cambridge, and on to his early career in the eighties, I succumbed to the temptation to do the same. . There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. $11.99. Reviewed in the United States on February 8, 2013. I was at a dinner party many years ago, sitting alongside Tom Stoppard, who in those days smoked not just between courses but between mouthfuls. Having read the first autobiography I had less expectations of this one in a way, I didn't expect it to be at all predictable because in the first book his life seemed to differ so much from what was suggested by his television persona. TITLE: The Fry Chronicles – An Autobiography. There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. Stephen Fry’s book is not as quick a read. I must admit to a bias: I adore Stephen Fry, and so I was bound to love this book. Like a previous reviewer said, perhaps much of what he included would appeal to others who have seen the shows he speaks of. This is the engrossing, hilarious, and utterly compelling story of how the Stephen the world knows (or thinks it knows) found his way. The Fry Chronicles by Stephen Fry Simon Callow revels in a warm and finely crafted work, but longs to glimpse the real man beneath it Stephen Fry at this year's Guardian Hay festival. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. A grand reminiscence of college and theatre and comedyland in the 1980s, with tone-perfect anecdotes and genuine readerly excitement. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 26, 2018. I mean, who can keep his readers' attention for over two pages describing filling, lighting and then inhalation of his pipe ? At least purchase went to a good cause. Something went wrong. The Fry Chronicles: Penguin Picks If I had not read Maob I would have given The Chronicles 5 stars. ("The Times"). Ships from and sold by Something_About_Porridge_. It is a great read, funny and erudite. I've enjoyed Stephen Fry in many online venues & have devoted much YouTube time to him. I found it dreary to read, whereas I expected lively humor. The Fry serves the best Korean fried chicken in town. Help others learn more about this product by uploading a video! The Fry chronicles by Fry, Stephen, 1957-Publication date 2012 Topics Fry, Stephen, 1957-, Authors, English -- 20th century -- Biography, Actors -- Great Britain -- Biography, Comedians -- Great Britain -- Biography Publisher New York, NY : Overlook Press Collection I ordered the full audiobook this time. The Fry Chronicles by Stephen Fry. Thirteen years ago, "Moab is my Washpot", Stephen Fry's autobiography of his early years, was published to rave reviews and was a huge bestseller. We work hard to protect your security and privacy. Others have mentioned the wordiness. Please try again. Stephen Fry is a delightful writer. An audiobook extract taken from Stephen Fry's memoir The Fry Chronicles. Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. I think he's a treasure of a human being, if certainly infuriating at times. Soooo naughty, Stephen but then we did in those days, didn't we, as did my grandfather who fought in the trenches in WW1 and died aged 85 of his pipe. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 1, 2012. View All Available Formats & Editions. Reviews There are no reviews yet. The Fry Chronicles: Penguin Picks [Fry, Stephen] on Amazon.com.au. But oh, dear Stephen, the self-indulgence of the confessional does not translate so well onto audio. It is full of wit - for example, his mimicking of the various people in his life from Ned Sherrin to Ben Elton is worth listening to just for itself. Reviewed in the United States on December 6, 2019. Ship This Item — Qualifies for Free Shipping Buy Online, Pick up in Store Check Availability at Nearby Stores. Nice to get an inside view of his rapid rise, reviews of old shows on British TV and on stage. Whilst he uses words here and there that I wonder even exist, they are always in context and utterly in character. There was a problem loading your book clubs. Sold by HnC Gifts and ships from Amazon Fulfillment. Reviewed in the United States on December 6, 2019. Please try your request again later. Be prepared for verbiage- it's Stephen Fry, Reviewed in the United States on September 9, 2020. 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