So Far [Abridged] [Audio Cassette]

Kelsey Grammer (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 2002

This is the autobiography of Kelsey Grammar the star of "Cheers" and "Frasier". Grammar describes his life, that has contained more than its fair share of tragedy. Haunted by the violent deaths of close family members when he was young, he found relief in women, drinks and drugs, with the result that his name began to feature regularly in the tabloid press. He also recounts how he found salvation in acting and entertaining people around the world.

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Editorial Reviews

From AudioFile

Grammer tells the story of his life, a life filled with tragedy, heartbreak and triumph: the murder of his father and sister, addiction to drugs and alcohol and his Emmy Award-winning sitcom. The book is laced with behind-the-scenes tidbits from his hit shows. Grammer reads his story with his characteristic precise pronunciation and careful diction. His pacing is good as his voice skillfully conveys the emotion of each episode. The abridgment is smooth, but Grammer's rehab story seems to get short shrift. P.B.J. (c)AudioFile, Portland, Maine --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Audio Cassette
• Publisher: Media Books Llc; Abridged edition (August 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 157815295X
• ISBN-13: 978-1578152957
• Product Dimensions: 7.1 x 4.7 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.9 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (23 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,295,568 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars SO FAR...SO GOOD..., June 1, 2003

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Lawyeraau (Balmoral Castle) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: So Far... (Hardcover)

This is a wryly told portrait of a man whose life has had its share of ups and downs. With his father murdered when he was a very young boy, and his beloved sister raped and murdered when he was a young man, the author's life tragedies are significant. Yet, so are his successes.

This is a man who struggled to come to terms with the harsh blows dealt him in life. He is a man whose coping mechanism led him to abuse drugs and alcohol, addictions that, as a result of his celebrity status, were to become public and a source of great mortification. Conversely, Kelsey Grammer was also to find great personal success in his life, as an Emmy Award winning star of two hit series, "Cheers", where he was part of the stellar ensemble, and "Frasier", a spin-off of his character in "Cheers" and one in which he is the star.

Still, this is a remarkably candid recounting of those events in his life that were painful, as well as of those that brought him joy. Told with intelligence and wry humor, it is a touching look at a flawed man who is coming to terms with who he is. While the author does give some details of his professional life, this is not a book about stardom. Rather, it is a book of one man's journey through life, thus far, and his odyssey of self-discovery and acceptance.

I highly recommended that one get the unabridged audio book, which is narrated by Kelsey Grammer himself. While it may be a little hammy from time to time, his narration lends a certain poignancy to his words. His humor also shines through some of the reading, as does his innate intelligence. Those who enjoy memoirs and biographies will certainly enjoy this book.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Kelsey's life So Far is good, June 18, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: So Far (Audio Cassette)

I came across So Far at the library and I was not planning on checking it out. But, once I started reading it, I could not put it down.

Kelsey comes across as an average guy who has had many setbacks throughout his life. It was enjoyable to read about someone who accepted responsibility for his life without spending all of his time trying to blame someone for his problems.

This book has made me appreciate Kelsey Grammer for being an incredibly talented actor who has never been afraid to take risks for his career. Also, it is enjoyable to read about someone who lives life to its fullest.

So Far is a quick and easy read. I wish more books were like Grammer's autobiography.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Worthwhile Reading, Especially for Fellow Actors, August 13, 2004

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Julie Jordan Scott "Writer, Life Coach - Owne... (Bakersfield, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: So Far... (Paperback)

While this is not the most tightly woven book I have ever read, I always enjoy reading about the life journey and current thoughts of an actor. I especially respect Kelsey Grammer's long run as Frasier Crane.

Though this memoir, we learn of the details of Grammer's life and also his life philosophy. We hear the truth behind the Hollywood gossip. We also hear the heart behind the actor and the character we have come to know from our weekly "visits".

This book and Grammer's work itself taught me a lot about the power of comedy, and how as an actor, comedy is not as easy as it looks... and yes, it is as significant as high drama.

It can be read very quickly - as an actor as well I try to read as much as I can from other actors. This is a book that can be shared and enjoyed by many.