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  • A Bold Fresh Piece of Humanity

  • A Memoir
  • By: Bill O'Reilly
  • Narrated by: Bill O'Reilly
  • Length: 7 hrs and 9 mins
  • 4.4 out of 5 stars (713 ratings)

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A Bold Fresh Piece of Humanity

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Publisher's summary

One day in 1957, in the third-grade classroom of St. Brigid's parochial school, an exasperated Sister Mary Lurana bent over a restless young William O'Reilly and said, "William, you are a bold, fresh piece of humanity."

Little did she know that she was, early in his career as a troublemaker, defining the essence of Bill O'Reilly and providing him with the title of his brash and entertaining issues-based memoir.

And this time it's personal. In his most intimate book yet, O'Reilly goes back in time to examine the people, places, and experiences that launched him on his journey from working-class kid to immensely influential television personality and best-selling author.

Listeners will learn how his traditional outlook was formed in the crucible of his family, his neighborhood, his church, and his schools, and how his views on America's proper role in the world emerged from covering four wars on five continents over three-plus decades as a news correspondent.

What will delight his numerous fans and surprise many others is the humor and self-deprecation with which he handles one of his core subjects: himself, and just how O'Reilly became O'Reilly.

©2008 Bill O'Reilly (P)2008 Random House Audio

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Typical Bill

I enjoy Mr Bill on the O'Reilly Factor and have since Day 1, This me a window into the mind. Bold and Fresh? you ain't spinning for sure.

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Captured me from the start.

Well written, well read. I laughed, I sighed, and I've recommended this book to those I like as well as to those I don't - why not? Right, Bill?

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Down to Earth

Great Book. Good for all the family. Caught myself going down the road laughing while listening to it. Loved it !!

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LOVE IT!

If you like the factor, then you will love this insight into Bill's life. Bill tells you about his life and how he became the no nonsense guy we all love (and love to hate sometimes)

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THANK YOU, BILL!

This book was very therapeutic listening for me while recovering from a case of angry feeling sorry for myself. To your daughter, I would say, you are blessed to have had such a father to be a role model and mentor.

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Love when bill o'reilly narrates his own stuf

Easy to listen to.
Being a Boomer it takes you back.
Have read multiple times.

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Loved this!!!

What a great book! I listened while shoveling my sidewalks, and my neighbors were no doubt wondering why i was laughing so much! I particularly got a kick out of Bill's and Clem's adventures in elementary school. This book is a real gift. Thanks, Bill!

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Fascinating listen

I listened to this entire book on a roadtrip from San Antonio to Maryland, and I must say that Bill O'Reilly has earned one more fan. From growing up on Long Island, to studying abroad in Europe, to working on the Factor, O'Reilly has had an incredible life. Do yourself a favor, and listen to this book...then make your kids listen to it when they become teenagers.

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Outstanding entertaining

Really was great, very entertaining and I could relate to the times as I am in the same age category tho' a couple years older. Bill is so funny and just terrific as a thoroughly descriptive and comedic writer. I loved the book and highly recommend it.

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Love that bold fresh attitude

He's hilarious and doesn't mince words on important issues. His life story is very interesting. Love that he isn't afraid of anything as a media member. He talks religion, social issues and sticks up for the common man.

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