Nothin' But Good Times Ahead [Audiobook] [Audio Cassette]

Molly Ivins (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 21, 1993

Molly Ivins -- one of the nation's toughest and funniest political observers -- is back with some more of her illuminating commentary about the state of our government.

Following the terrific success of the runaway bestseller Molly Ivins Can't Say That, Can She?, this biting new collection of provocative writings takes a piercing look at a new regime of leaders and contains more fearless, hilarious writing from deep in the heart of Texas. Nothin' But Good Times Ahead features Ivins's writing about the wild 1992 presidential campaign, including her profiles of fellow Texan Ross Perot, as well as President Clinton's early days in Washington. Molly Ivins has sharpened her pencil once again and establishes herself as a national treasure, and one of the savviest thinkers in America.

Molly Ivins Can't Say That, Can She? is also available from Random House AudioBooks.

Acknowledgments

Being an "Arthur" -- Mother Jones, Jan/Feb 1992; Deep in the Heart... -- Mother Jones, April/May 1992; Good Morning, Fort Worth! Glad to be Here -- Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3/1/92; The Queen and the Reunion -- A Veddy Interesting Contrast -- Dallas Times-Herald, 5/26/91; Reindeer are Counted Better than Homeless -- Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12/22/92; Hill's Allegations Hit a Nerve with Many Kinds of Women -- Dallas Times-Herald, 10/21/91; Gibber & Other Misdemeanors -- The Texas Observer, n.d.; I Am the Cosmos -- Mother Jones, October 1991; United We Stand... Divided and Durn Proud of It! -- Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7/5/92; With U.S. Media, Malice is Absent -- But so is Attention -- Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9/20/92; Madonna and Other Arthurs -- Progressive, January 1993; They're Regulating Everything -- Plus the Kitsch in Sync -- Dallas Times-Herald, 5/17/92; Who Am I? What Am I Doing Here? -- Progressive, December 1992; Thank you George, Dan, Marilyn -- Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11/26/92.

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

Syndicated columnist Ivins (Molly Ivins Can't Say That, Can She?) presents another collection of funny, perceptive political commentary.
Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

From Library Journal

Ivins, author of the best-selling Molly Ivins Can't Say That, Can She? (Random Audio, 1991), offers another humorous collection of pieces that originally appeared in such organs as Mother Jones , the Progressive , and the Texas Observer. In one memorable essay, Ivins waxes irreverent on two members of her supposed literary circle, Madonna and Ivana Trump. In another, she exhorts Camille Paglia (outspoken author of Sexual Personae , Yale Univ. Pr., 1990) to "take a valium" and offers to introduce Paglia to "some Texas fraternity boys" who would love to make her acquaintance. In the remaining commentaries, Ivins likens Ross Perot to a chihuahua, reaffirms her fondness for men who like women and whiskey, and laments the passing of the Dallas Times-Herald . As always, she is funny, stalwart, and staunchly liberal in her observations. Ivins reads her material in a flat, Texas drawl that captures the barbeque flavor of her writing. All libraries owning the author's previous collection should acquire this.
- Mark Annichiarico, "Library Journal"
Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.

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Product Details

• Audio Cassette
• Publisher: Random House Audio (September 21, 1993)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 067942234X
• ISBN-13: 978-0679422341
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 4.8 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,672,901 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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29 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars can we clone this woman?, May 3, 1998

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J. K. Kelley "literary mercenary" (Eastern WA, United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Nothin' But Good Times Ahead (Paperback)

There really isn't a political writer quite like Molly Ivins. Witty, down-home, and interesting are all good words to describe this book.

Molly's great skill is in pointing out what is ridiculous about government, politics and society. She is a Texan who loves her home state and writes about its oddities with that in mind; no carpetbagger she. It was the famous Saul Alinsky who said that 'ridicule is the one weapon for which there is no defense nor counter', paraphrased, and Alinsky would be proud of Molly Ivins.

Big money types aren't going to like Molly much, as she consistently advocates that they use their money for something more socially beneficial than yachts, and that if they don't, that government take some of it away from them and then do so.

The only reason she can't get a '10' is because the book is comprised entirely of reprinted columns. In other words, everything you're reading was printed somewhere else first. I would be glad to give her the top rating if the book's contents were original.

If you are of the USA, and you love your country, you'll like Molly because she is and does as well. Nothing pleases her more mightily than a spirited exercise of the right to a voice. Neither does she pretend to be 'objective', read 'non-aligned'; she has the honesty to label where she comes from, and then let fly.

I've never been to Texas, but I think I understand it better after reading Molly's books. Recommended without reservation.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars I've read everything Molly and, October 18, 2003

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LilOrphan67 "lilorphanannie" (Avon Lake, OH United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Nothin' But Good Times Ahead (Paperback)

She's awesomely funny, direct and insightful. Molly Ivins has the unique perspective of following George W. Bush's career and writing about it since his Texas days. However, unlike many other writers with a political bent, that's not all she wants to talk about.

Forget the "reviewer" below who said this book is communist drivel; obviously he or she didn't even read the book and makes the telling mistake of discussing the cover, as if it matters.

In "Nothin But Good Times Ahead" everyone gets their due from Molly, including Bill and Hillary Clinton.

She calls 'em as she sees 'em, taking no prisoners and making you laugh, cry and think. She ought to run for president!

11 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wit, charm, perspective, and a great good time!, August 1, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Nothin' But Good Times Ahead (Paperback)

This audio cassette is a joy; it made me laugh out loud. I only wish it were unabridged so I could get more of it. Molly Ivins expansive vocabulary enhances her perspective and wit.