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Wear Sunscreen: A Primer for Real Life [Hardcover]

Mary Schmich (Author)

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Publication Date: March 1, 1998

It all began with a column titled "Advice, Like Youth, Probably Just Wasted on the Young," written by Mary Schmich and published in the Chicago Tribune on June 1, 1997. Posted on the Web, Schmich's column quickly became an international sensation. Friends e-mailed it to friends, the media picked up on it, and a star was born. There was only one problem: Everyone thought the column was an actual commencement address given by author Kurt Vonnegut. Eventually, Mary Schmich was correctly identified as the author. AMP published her advice as a gift book in 1998. The following year, "Wear Sunscreen" became a hit song fo Baz Luhrmann.

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About the Author

Mary Schmich lives in Chicago and is a columnist at the Chicago Tribune. She also writes the comic strip Brenda Starr. --This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition.

Product Details

Hardcover: 64 pages
Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing; 1ST edition (March 1, 1998)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0836255283
ISBN-13: 978-0836255287
Product Dimensions: 5.4 x 5.3 x 0.5 inches
Shipping Weight: 4 ounces

Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)

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Mary Schmich lives in Chicago and is a columnist at the Chicago Tribune. She also writes the comic strip Brenda Starr.

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5.0 out of 5 stars This is the commencement speech we should have heard., September 3, 1999

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Mary Schmich's funny, wise, and oh-so-true faux commencement address is a joy to read over and over again, and a great gift for recent graduates or to folks just needing a lift. If you are old enough to appreciate the wisdom of her words, you'll nod your head and smile. If too young, listen to what she says, and trust all of us, wear sunscreen. You'll thank us later.

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2.0 out of 5 stars This is a song, August 29, 2000

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I bought this book thinking that it was a little bit more than the song "Wear Sunscreen." This book is only The words to the song. It is a great book, I just wanted to make sure that you knew that it is the words to the song and nothing else.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Pick Me Up, May 13, 2002

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Got this book as a gift when I was feeling down...now have given it out to several friends as pick me up gifts as we all go through some sort of midlife crisis. It's been there for me when I needed it...

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5.0 out of 5 stars lovely read
This book is a great gift for graduates, people growing up, & yourself. The best advice is simple. No wonder Vonnegut was fine with people thinking he wrote it, although he was... Read more

Published on June 8, 2009 by mamaThea

4.0 out of 5 stars Great gift for graduate
I work at a high school so know the marjority of the graduates but there are always a select few who I become close to over the 4 years they are in our building. Read more

Published on June 27, 2007 by J. Ungru

5.0 out of 5 stars Words of wisdom for all
Baz Luhrman was inspired by the Vonnegut hype and got Quindon Tarver to do the vocals. Together they spread the word to the next generation who may not want or think they need... Read more

Published on February 26, 2006 by Olivia

5.0 out of 5 stars A book for everyone
I gave 7 copies of this book to friends at our college graduation. It is simple, straight forward wisdom for everyday people.

Published on May 19, 2000 by Traci Stultz-Olsen

5.0 out of 5 stars Trust him on the sunscreen
This book has THE best points and views that a person can make. From love to living he covers it all. Read more

Published on February 4, 2000

3.0 out of 5 stars So far, you're all right
Each reviewer who has posted a review prior to mine is absoultely correct, each in his or her own way. Yes, this book is probably an attempt to cash in on a good thing. Read more

Published on March 30, 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars This is one of the most fantastic, enlightening books ever.
This is one of the most fantastic, enlightening books ever written. Good for inspiration, perpective or a pick me up when you're down. The perfect gift.

Published on March 26, 1999

1.0 out of 5 stars Smarmy waste of time
Remember when you were 13 and the whole world seemed to revolve around you? When every little thought that popped into your head seemed as though it was original to you; that you... Read more

Published on March 25, 1999

1.0 out of 5 stars Selling out
This is not really a book as much as it is a pristene example of the American dream of selling yourself out to make a few dollars. Read more

Published on March 25, 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars FIVE STARS ARE NOT ENOUGH FOR THIS BOOK!!!!
Initially, I was skeptical of Ms. Schmich's inspired, heartfelt advice for living. But after friends convinced me that this was not just another "get rich quick" scheme,... Read more

Published on March 23, 1999

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Ladies and Gentlemen, Wear sunscreen. Read the first page

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