The Complete Prose of Woody Allen
Born in 1935, Allen Stewart Konigsberg (better known as Woody Allen) is today one of the most influential figures in cinema. He has written and directed such memorable films asAnnie HallandManhattan, and has acted in over 40 films. He is also the author of three books--Getting Even(1971),Without Feathers(1975), andSide Effects(1980).The Complete Prose of Woody Allenbrings these memorable titles together for one bumper collection--a must-have for Allen addicts.Getting Evenis a collection of 17 of Allen's magazine pieces from the late 1960s discussing such bizarre topics as the invention of the sandwich, laundry lists, death, obesity, and, of course, rabbis.Without Feathersdelivers more of Allen'sNew Yorker-style humor. Worthy stand-outs include "If the Impressionists Had Been Dentists," a genius piece that puts oral surgery in a whole new, much more exciting, light.Finally,Side Effectscompiles Allen's bestNew Yorkeressays from the late 1970s. Although not as outrageously funny as his previous books, this is still a classic piece of comedy.--Naomi Gesinger