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Billy

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I purchased this book with the hope of learning more about someone that I considered a very funny man. It did that and more. I am now more impressed then ever with the man that is Billy Connolly. He started from nothing and achieved what he wanted. I think there are valuable lessons to be learned in his "take no for an answer" attitude.

The start of the story is slow and it is occasionally tough to keep track of all the family members that played a role in Billy's life. Overall, the path to success that was travelled is a marvellous adventure, which Pamela Stephenson has captured.

A spectacular read for any fan of Billy Connolly.

I already have this book and of course I love it. Bought this copy for a friend, who is loving it also.

Some interesting info on entertainment field in this book. Fairly quick read. Some of the info is of a sad nature, but inspiring at the same time. Loved Billy's performance in Mrs. Brown.

Above all else, a good biography has to make you care about the subject. This one didn't, and that is doubly sad, as it is written by Billy's wife, Pamela. His Dickensian childhood is depressing, and the convoluted cast of family members is confusing. The prose styling is competent, but the sluggish pace of the book causes it to collapse under its own weight. I wound up skimming the last half (thank you Evelyn Wood!) The cover proclaims this to be a best seller, but I assume that was in England. Unless you are a real fan of Billy Connolly, I would skip this one.