Today's question:
Suggested by Callista83:
Do you read celebrity memoirs? Which ones have you read or do you want to read? Which nonexistent celebrity memoirs would you like to see?
My answer:
At the mention of celebrity, my mind automatically turns to the entertainment industry. The quick answer to the question is that I have not read any memoirs at all. However, a celebrity is actually any famous or well-known person. In this broader context, there are a few memoirs or autobiographies that I can recommend.
the autobiography of Nelson Mandela
Read before I started keeping a reading journal for a long-defunct co-ed book club, Mandela's story has stayed with me for years.
by Katharine Graham
Another book club selection, the autobiography of Washington Post owner Katharine Graham was a fascinating read.
by Ruth Reichl
A must for foodies, this is the memoir of New York Times restaurant critic and food writer Ruth Reichl.
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Loved the Katherine Graham book. Picked it up as a remainder and just inhaled it. Like you, I don't really pick up memoirs about the entertainment industry. If I could find one with a lower cheesy factor I might try but... :) Looking forward to picking up some good recommendations this week. Happy reading!
ReplyDeleteGreat answer! Wasn't 'Personal History' a fabulous book? I will check out the others you memtioned. They sound like they would be great reads.
ReplyDeleteI would like to read that Mandela memoir.
ReplyDeleteHere is my BTT post!
I love foodie books and have had Tender on my shelf for way to long without reading it.
ReplyDeleteI haven't heard of any of these. Celebs
ReplyDeleteMy favorites: When Katie Wakes by Connie May Fowler; Change Me Into Zeus's Daughter by Barbara Robinette Moss; Kitchen Priviledges by Mary Higgins Clark and The Glass Castle by Jeanette Walls.
ReplyDeleteI am not interested in very many celebrites...Maybe Keanu Reeves. :)
Great list!
ReplyDeleteI immediately thought of the entertainment industry too, but you're correct - it would be anyone who is well known.
ReplyDeleteThe Nelson Mandela autobiography would make for some riveting reading. I brought home a book about Mrs Beeton last week but it's not her memoirs, more of a biography.
ReplyDeleteFrances - It's too bad more 'celebrity' memoirs aren't as good as Grahams. Thanks for visiting.
ReplyDeleteCharil and me - Graham's book was great, and my group had a really good discussion, too.
Gautami - Everybody in the group raved about Mandela's book. I think you'd like it.
Melissa - Reichl has another book that I keep meaning to read, too. Love those foodie books!
Bluestocking - I don't think these are what most people would think of as 'celebrities'.
MISSY - I forgot about The Glass Castle! Thanks for visiting.
ReplyDeleteTed - Thanks!
Yvonne - I think entertainers are what most people think of first as celebrities. My list would have been non-existent in that case - lol!
Darlene - Mandela's story was fascinating! I'll bet Mrs. Beeton's bio would be an interesting one.
I agree, these days it doesn't take much to be considered a 'celebrity'. I've read a few, but not recently, except for Elizabeth Edwards'. I'd rather read memoirs/biographies of historical figures. I must say that I'm getting the impression from you and another blogger that Katherine Graham's book is one I shouldn't miss. I hope you enjoy your 4th of July weekend, JoAnn!
ReplyDeleteI'm definitely drawn to the same style of memoir that you are. Celebrities such as entertainers don't really interest me.
ReplyDeleteThanks for visiting my blog! You have given me three books to add to my wish list!! Great post!
ReplyDeleteBoth Mandela's book and Personal History are also on my short list of best biographies ever written! I'm glad you liked them too. I haven't read the other book, but I've seen it around lately, and now I'm quite intrigued.
ReplyDeleteLisa - I'm with you on the historical figures over entertainers! You should definitely check out Katharine Graham's book if it crosses your path. Enjoy the 4th!
ReplyDeleteStaci - There seem to be a lot of bloggers today that shy away from the 'celebrity' books. Have a great weekend!
Dot - Thanks. These were all really good books.
Rebecca - I agree. There haven't been many other biographies/autobiographies that even come close to those two! If you enjoy food memoirs, Reichl's book is definitely a good one.