How to Make Gravy

De: Paul Kelly

Narrado por: Paul Kelly

Paul Kelly is a uniquely gifted storyteller, and here, using his lyrics as starting points, he reads stories of his life and his songs, including 'Before Too Long', 'To Her Door', 'Leaps And Bounds', 'Don't Start Me Talking', 'Dumb Things', 'From Little Things Big Things Grow' and 'How To Make Gravy'. Mirroring the structure of his legendary A to Z shows – where he performs around a hundred of his songs alphabetically over four nights – Kelly describes the highs and lows of performing, the art of songwriting, being on the road with the band, tales of his childhood, family, friends and fellow musicians.

He is then joined by special guests, as some of Australia's finest actors – Cate Blanchett, Russell Crowe, Hugh Jackman, Judy Davis and Ben Mendelsohn – each read a selected chapter.

Playful and honest, insightful and intimate, How to Make Gravy is an irresistible reflection on both the big and little things in life.

2011, Australian Book Industry Award (ABIA) Biography of the Year, Winner

2011, Prime Minister's Literary Awards Non-Fiction, Short-listed

©2011 Paul Kelly (P)2012 Bolinda Publishing

Reseñas de la Crítica

"The pre-eminent writer of his generation." (The Weekend Australian)

"Paul Kelly is the Bob Dylan of Australia. This autobiographical work... provides more than ample evidence of it... Every line is an enlightening treat." (Canberra Times)

"A carnival of ideas; memories of songs and friends, family, cities, shows, passions; insights into his own and reflections on other artists' work... The flavour of Kelly – his openness and honesty and passion for the detail of life – suffuses the book... The closest we've come to an insight into the thoughts and work methods of this great poet." (The Weekly Review)

"Here is a body of work that goes far beyond the cliche of Kelly as a plain-thinking everyman of folk-rock... This [book] is diverse, funny, moving and elaborate." (The Sydney Morning Herald)

"Paul Kelly's reminiscences about 30 years of creative endeavour have it all... Call it a gift." (The Age)

A Great Read

a unique perspective from a world traveling singer-songwriter. I'll listen again and revisit his music many times.

Paul Kelly warts and all

Would you consider the audio edition of How to Make Gravy to be better than the print version?

This audio edition makes the story come to life and is much more memorable than the print version could ever be.

What did you like best about this story?

The honesty and poignancy Paul brings to this life he has led up to now, may he live to write many more songs and tales.

Have you listened to any of Paul Kelly’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

I have only listened to his music and performances on CD and TV, so cannot compare this epic tale.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

There were many moments that moved me , particularly the part when his mother passed away, it was very moving , sad and joyful for a life lived well.

Any additional comments?

Paul's honest account of his life to date, the good parts and the dark bad parts , told alphabetically like his performances of late make this a story well remembered.

Always an original

Great story from the story teller extraordinaire! Honest, real and takes you into his life in a wonderful way! Thanks Paul!