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"'Unusual among celebrity memoirs is that Reeves describes a childhood that was all but perfect' Guardian 'One of the great pleasures of this book is his description of life in the hairy Seventies; of discovering David Bowie, Grand Funk Railroad, prog rock and Yes' Observer 'This is both a touching and fascinating memoir... a great read told in the comedian's wickedly witty humour' Hot Stars 'Unlike the current glut of misery memoirs, his book... is a funny, positive read' Northern Echo"
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Enter the hilarious world of the boy who would be Reeves
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book is genuinely laugh out loud funny,self deprecating in places and quite revealing also.It's very well written unlike a lot of comedians biographies and if you enjoy Reeves use of the English Language then you will love this.And hopefully it will be a case "you wouldn't let it lie" therefore guaranteeing a sequel.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Me: Moir is a lively, quick-paced and amusing jaunt through the first twenty years in the life of the Author. If you appreciate Vic Reeves' unique, surreal, off-the-wall brand of humour, there is much to enjoy in this book.
Vic Reeves' family life, friendships, succession of bizarre part-time jobs, music career and precarious early relationships with the opposite sex are all revisited with a mixture of fondness and bemusement. Even those anecdotes, which are relatively mundane and everyday are recounted with such wit and necessary comic embellishment that they rarely fail to entertain.
Reeves' increasing devotion to fashion and contemporary music, ranging from obscure, early seventies rock bands through to his punk 'conversion' in 1977 form the backcloth to the second half of the book. It is quite possible that anyone who doesn't share the author's penchant for such noble pursuits may find this section of the book a tad esoteric and of less interest.
In addition, the book's subject period does not cover his first meeting with comic partner Bob Mortimer nor, indeed his decision to pursue a career as the 'North's top light entertainer'. Such matters have, no doubt, been held back for some future tome.
Nevertheless, 'Me: Moir' is a very human book, a delight to read and provides an insight into the origins and formation of a unique comic talent.
Vic Reeves' family life, friendships, succession of bizarre part-time jobs, music career and precarious early relationships with the opposite sex are all revisited with a mixture of fondness and bemusement. Even those anecdotes, which are relatively mundane and everyday are recounted with such wit and necessary comic embellishment that they rarely fail to entertain.
Reeves' increasing devotion to fashion and contemporary music, ranging from obscure, early seventies rock bands through to his punk 'conversion' in 1977 form the backcloth to the second half of the book. It is quite possible that anyone who doesn't share the author's penchant for such noble pursuits may find this section of the book a tad esoteric and of less interest.
In addition, the book's subject period does not cover his first meeting with comic partner Bob Mortimer nor, indeed his decision to pursue a career as the 'North's top light entertainer'. Such matters have, no doubt, been held back for some future tome.
Nevertheless, 'Me: Moir' is a very human book, a delight to read and provides an insight into the origins and formation of a unique comic talent.
11 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
After much discussion and thought I had decided that I no longer received enjoyment from reading as a passtime. Until I read Me:moir. It has restored my faith that there are books out there that can make me laugh out loud and allow me to read with ease. This IS a funny book - if you find this style funny. Its endearing if you are that way inclined and it leaves you checking on Amazon for the next installment if you found it interesting. I am quite well aware that this book is not for everyone so here is the rub. Open the book at random, read a paragraph or two and if you think 'Genius' purchase and peruse from page one because the whole book is like that. If, however, you find your face contorted and your brain aching so much that the only syllable it can produce is 'Eh?' then, sadly (for you but not for me) you are not unique enough to give this book an audience.
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Published 2 months ago by Martyn Tott - Read FREE chapters at my website
Kindle sample only - Funny, strange and very well-written
I've always found Vic's output rather patchy. I loved Big Night Out, often liked/hated Shooting Stars and didn't like much else. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Andrew Ives
Get past Chapter One!
It took reading a good few pages to get into his writing style and love of extreme exaggeration. But this was an enjoyable read undertaken on one soggy English summer afternoon and... Read more
Published 9 months ago by AnitafromBoro
Me: Moir: Volume One 0-20
Jim Moir's early life story is brilliantly told in this book. He has a unique but hilarious style which I adore. Read more
Published on 31 Dec 2009 by Mr. L. Kemp
It's funny - but full of lies!
I enjoyed reading the book but you can't believe a word he writes!
After the second chapter you can't trust a word.
Bird flu, fish swam.
After the second chapter you can't trust a word.
Bird flu, fish swam.
Published on 24 Nov 2009 by Mark Nolan
I couldn't let it lie!
very funny indeed! I don't often laugh out loud but page 244 made me howl with a capital LOL :0)
A really good read, when do we get volume 2?
A really good read, when do we get volume 2?
Published on 21 Sep 2009 by Liverpool Poet
Intelligent and Charming and So So Funny!
I have JUST finished reading Vic Reeves brilliant Biography called "Me: Moir: Volume One"
It's Jim Moir (Vic Reeves) from birth to 20 and is full of fun, laughter, fun,... Read more
It's Jim Moir (Vic Reeves) from birth to 20 and is full of fun, laughter, fun,... Read more
Published on 4 April 2008 by Michelle Carline
A Gold Star!
Bought this book for myself and a friend.
Loved every word of it!
I don't normally read many books, but this is one anyone could read and enjoy. Read more
Loved every word of it!
I don't normally read many books, but this is one anyone could read and enjoy. Read more
Published on 18 Oct 2007 by Alistair R. Campbell
Bellyache material
I loved this book, the funniest childhood memoir I have read apart from the first Clive James and George Melly's childhood autobiography. Read more
Published on 26 July 2007 by Mr. A. J. Watson
Moir has no equal
As welcome as an ice cold Lilt after an hour or two on father's bullworker, this stunning volume tells us all about the young Roddy Moir. Read more
Published on 18 May 2006 by R. L. Forrest
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