Even This I Get to Experience

De: Norman Lear

Narrado por: Norman Lear

The dynamic and always controversial television producer shares 50 years of show business and politics, with all the candor and wisdom expected from the creator of All in the Family

The legendary creator of iconic television programs All in the Family, Sanford and Son, Maude, Good Times, The Jeffersons, and Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman, Norman Lear remade our television culture - while leading a life of unparalleled political, civic, and social involvement. Sharing the wealth of Lear's 90 years, Even This I Get to Experience is a memoir as touching and remarkable as the life he has led.

In the 1970s, Lear's comedies were viewed by 120 million people per week - yes, 120 million - with stories that reflected the most serious issues of their lives and still left them howling. But before this, Lear led a charmed life throughout postwar Hollywood's golden years, befriending the likes of Carl Reiner and Mel Brooks; writing and directing Frank Sinatra, Robert Redford, Dick Van Dyke, and Martha Raye; becoming the highest paid comic writer in the country while working for Jerry Lewis and Dean Martin. Not to mention, Lear flew some 50 bombing missions over Germany with the 15th Air Force.

Shamelessly in love with the country the Founding Fathers laid out for him while his own father was serving time, Lear won the first American Legion Oratorical Contest speaking about the Constitution. He later founded People For the American Way, a national organization to protect the civil rights and liberties of us all, and bought an original copy of the Declaration of Independence, printed the night of July 4, 1776, not to hang on a wall in his home, but to travel across the country to schools, and libraries, and public institutions to be shared with citizens everywhere.

©2014 Even This, LLC (P)2014 Penguin Audio

Reseñas de la Crítica

"[Lear's] pacing and timing are excellent as he keeps the material fresh, his tone reflecting his memories as he recounts them." ( AudioFile)

Great journey with a great writer

Loved the stories about all the shows I grew up with written by a great storyteller.

ICONIC NORM LEAR

Would you listen to Even This I Get to Experience again? Why?

Yes.
So many of the changes of the human condition during the 60's,70's, and 80" are played out on TV sitcoms, made iconic because they were developed and written by Norman Lear.

What did you like best about this story?

Norman Lear narrating the book and how he came up with the concepts of the shows

What does Norman Lear bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Norman Lear brings himself, wide open and vulnerable.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

It made me do both, laugh and cry

Any additional comments?

LOVED IT! LOVED IT! Will read it again

Great peek behind the scenes

This was a good book, no surprise as Lear is a fantastic storyteller. Getting the perk behind the scenes is a real treat.

What a beautiful memoir

Thank you, Norman Lear, for an honest, poignant depiction of your life. I am thankful for your longevity. I have loved your productions and I have to say after hearing this book, I love you.

Facinating

An interesting life recounted with wit and wisdom which serve to add, not override, the story. Delightfully entertaining and enriching.
My thanks to Mr Lear for his perseverance.

Thank you Norman!

Truly enjoyed this presentation. What a life he has lived and how fortunate are we that he fought for his shows. We are better for his work.

Listen!

I'm sure Reading this book would be great but hearing Norman Lear tell you about his life is pure pleasure!

I cannot express how much I loved it

Would you consider the audio edition of Even This I Get to Experience to be better than the print version?

Yes

What was one of the most memorable moments of Even This I Get to Experience?

the entire discussion was memorable. And I say discussion because that is how I felt. The entire book was just like we were siting in a room and Mr. Lear was telling me about his life. One of the best books and readings I have ever experienced.

Which character – as performed by Norman Lear – was your favorite?

He was transparently himself, and I loved it.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

yes

Any additional comments?

Norman Lear discussed his life in such a transparent fashion it was moving. I found my emotions welling up at a few points, and despite us coming from two very different generations, I related to his life in a way that was unexpected. As a result, I reflect on my own family in a different way. His passion is palpable, and while I did not want the book to end, Norman crafted an ending that left me standing in my kitchen (where I typically listen to audiobooks) in silence trying to absorb the experience. I will likely never have the chance to meet Mr. Lear, but if I did, I really want to hear his thoughts on the current political climate!

What an experience!

Enjoyed learning so fun about the man that wrote the shows that a grew up enjoying.

Fantastic

So thrilling to be able to hear this incredible man’s story in his own voice. Like being in a warm comfy chair with a crackling fire slowly burning as Norman reveals his innermost secrets and most precious life stories and lessons.