- Paperback: 352 pages
- Publisher: Penguin Books; Reissue edition (Jun 1995)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0140131612
- ISBN-13: 978-0140131611
- Product Dimensions: 19.3 x 14.3 x 1.6 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,431,871 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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One of a series of titles first published by Faber between 1930 and 1990, and in a style and format planned with a view to the appearance of the volumes on the bookshelf. Keillor's tales present a wryly affectionate and humorous chronicle of an imaginary town in the American Midwest.
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About the Author
Garrison Keillor lives in St Paul, Minnesota, home of A Prairie Home Companion, his radio show that has been on the air since 1974. He wrote and appeared in Robert Altman's final film, A Prairie Home Companion and is the author of many books including the Lake Wobegon novels, which include Lake Wobegon Days, Pontoon and Pilgrims.
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29 of 29 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I've been surprised and sorry to see the number of negative reviews 'Lake Wobegon Days'... has everyone missed the point here? This is a really smashing, intimate book. It's not directly autobiographical, but there's elements of autobiography throughout. Lake Wobegon's not a real place, but it may as well be by the time you've finished the book. There is nothing beige or flat about this book. It's quick, it's witty, it's affectionate and discerning and it's a bloomin' bargain at the price. American literature doesn't come much better than this. I urge you to read it. Better still, listen to it on audiobook - Keillor's delivery is superb. You'll laugh quietly to yourself on public transport for days afterwards.
25 of 25 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
This CD is superb - this was my introduction to Keillor when I heard this on Radio 4 and had to go out and buy the book. This is a witty and funny cd - if you are looking for belly laughs go elsewhere as this is subtle humour at its best. Hearing this led me to buy all of Keillors books - and I'm yet to be disappointed!
17 of 17 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio Cassette
Lake Wobegon Days is essential listening for anyone with a keen sense of humour. If you think the average American is a little quirky, this tape will help you understand why.
Having first heard LWD as a radio broadcast back in '89, I haven't been able to live without its dry humour since. Better as a tape than a book because Keeler's subtle tones carry the wit in even the simplest of expressions. His well honed radio voice is entrancing and the stories will have you crying with laughter.
Garrison Keeler transports us to a small town in midwest America, where life goes on as it has for centuries, with little thought for the rest of the world and its troubles. The stories of the people who live there and the quirks of their everyday lives give Keller enough ammunition to keep us amused indefinitely.
Keeler is a natural story teller, with a dry wit that fits the people he writes about.
Keeler is a genius. LWD an absolute must.
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relaxing, soothing, Keillor
This is a perfect companion for spending a relaxing afternoon next to a fireplace. Garrison Keillor's voice is so pleasant and calm and to hear him reading from his stories you can... Read more
Published 5 months ago by millyem
Lake Wobegon Days
Still very amusing. Garrison Keillor's voice is very soporific. Hard to listen to it all without nodding off. Don't listen while driving.
Charming!
Charming!
Published 10 months ago by D. Ward
Love listening to this at bedtime says 35 yr old mother of 4...
that's me - and I still party. Bitter-sweet, charming, humorous, Keillor's voice is soothing, his delivery unique. Buy It.
Published 15 months ago by Nom de Plume
Genius of American fiction
I first encountered Garrison Keillor's work when he read Lake Wobegon Days on BBC Radio 4, probably in about 1985/86 (?). Read more
Published 16 months ago by I. J. K. Dunbar
The Elegaic World of Lake Wobegon
I first came across the world of Lake Wobegon several years ago,listening to my car radio on my way to work, when it was being broadcast as part, I believe, of Terry Wogan's... Read more
Published 18 months ago by Timmytoo
wonderful
A funny, warm hearted and rambling look at small town America. The homespun humour also has a dark edge. Thoroughly enjoyable.
Published 21 months ago by Tom White
lake wobegon days
A perfect production. somehow this could only exist when narrated by the author. Although living outside the usa playing this cd seems to transport the listener to a thoroughly... Read more
Published on 18 Dec 2009 by D. C. Raithby
Lake Wobegone
CD arrived promptly in perfect condition. Garrison Keiller always great to listen to with his lovely drawling American accent.
Published on 17 Nov 2009 by Hypatia Bold
Lake Wobegon Days
First class read. Humour, pathos all of life is here in small town America. Highly recommended
Published on 31 July 2009 by Terence Bird
Lie back and relax ...
Listen to the CD - then read the book. Once you've got Keillor's voice in your head, you'll never read his books the same way again. Read more
Published on 5 Jun 2007 by Sidney Cumberland
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