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I Didn't Ask to Be Born: But I'm Glad I Was

by Bill Cosby
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I Didn't Ask to Be Born: But I'm Glad I Was
I Didn't Ask to Be Born: But I'm Glad I Was

Humorous reflections on life's serendipity and quirks.

If you appreciate comedy that's both thoughtful and tinged with nostalgia, you'll enjoy Bill Cosby's musings in "I Didn't Ask To Be Born." Cosby's unique brand of humor dances through each chapter, offering amusing insights on the everyday and the extraordinary. It's the kind of book that resonates with the humor found in day-to-day life, with Cosby as the perfect guide to pointing it out.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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I Didn't Ask to Be Born: But I'm Glad I Was

by Bill Cosby
RM34.00 MYR Now RM26.00 MYR Save 24%
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ISBN: 9780892969227
Authors: Bill Cosby
Publisher: Center Street
Date of Publication: 2012-11-20
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Biographies & Memoirs
Related Topics: Biography Memoir, Biography, Autobiography, Memoir
Goodreads rating: 3.2
(rated by 751 readers)

Description

In this hilarious collection of observations, Cosby brings us more of his wonderful and wacky insights into the human condition that are sure to become classics. In the tradition of Fat Albert, I Didn't Ask to Be Born offers a host of new characters, including Peanut Armhouse and Old Mother Harold. Not since Mushmouth, Dumb Donald, Bucky and the Cosby Kids has there been such a memorable cast. Over the past century few entertainers have achieved the legendary status of William H. Cosby Jr. His success spans five decades and virtually all media—remarkable accomplishments for a kid who emerged from humble beginnings in a Philly housing project. In the tradition of his bestselling books, Fatherhood and Cosbyology, the doctor of comedy holds forth on everything from first love to the Bible. Bill Cosby may not have asked to be born, but we're sure glad he was.
 

Humorous reflections on life's serendipity and quirks.

If you appreciate comedy that's both thoughtful and tinged with nostalgia, you'll enjoy Bill Cosby's musings in "I Didn't Ask To Be Born." Cosby's unique brand of humor dances through each chapter, offering amusing insights on the everyday and the extraordinary. It's the kind of book that resonates with the humor found in day-to-day life, with Cosby as the perfect guide to pointing it out.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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