Billy Connolly Livres

In his first full-length autobiography, comedy legend Billy Connolly shares the truth behind his extraordinary life. Born in Glasgow in 1942 and orphaned by age 4, Billy's journey is one of triumph over adversity. He began as an apprentice welder in the shipyards of the River Clyde before discovering his passion for folk music and the banjo. However, it was his storytelling and comedic talent that truly distinguished him. Fearless and outspoken, he challenged hypocrisy with warmth and humor, captivating audiences with his unique stage presence, which included flamboyant outfits like leotards and banana boots. A pivotal moment came in 1975 when an appearance on Michael Parkinson's chat show launched him from cult status to national fame. This led to TV shows, documentaries, and award-winning films, all while he continued to deliver pitch-perfect stand-up for over 50 years. Despite a double diagnosis of cancer and Parkinson's Disease that ended his live performances, he remains active in creating TV shows, art, and writing. His autobiography is filled with humor, hard-earned wisdom, and delightful anecdotes about life’s simple pleasures. It’s a heartfelt, life-affirming account of a true comedy icon, reflecting on the moments that shaped him and the joy of being "windswept and interesting."

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Travelling by plane, motorbike, boat and on foot, Billy Connolly tours the length and breadth of Australia with his stage show, and delivers a personal commentary on what he sees. The book encompasses a wide variety of characters, and also excerpts from Connolly's stage act.

The book features a delightful blend of selected artworks and humorous anecdotes from renowned comedian Billy Connolly, showcasing his artistic journey. Originating from his debut fine art exhibition, "Born on a Rainy Day," the collection highlights Connolly's unique perspective and creativity, offering readers an intimate look at his life and inspirations.

In my fantasy of the Rambling Man who is something of a hobo, walking - or maybe jumping into the car of a moving train - is what he does. He slings his guitar or banjo over his shoulder and strides out along the road to the next town. There he plays a few songs at a local gig and meets a beautiful woman who feeds and shags him. It's a wonderful life, and a million miles better than sitting on your couch watching reality TV.During his lifetime of global adventures, Sir Billy Connolly's genuine curiosity and natural ability to connect with the people he meets on the road has made him a true 'citizen of the world'. A good trip, in my book, should be littered with little detours. Travelling from A to B is all very well, but you risk missing out on so much . . . In RAMBLING MAN, Billy takes us with him on his incredible journeys criss- crossing the world. But this is no conventional travel memoir. From Ireland to India, Australia to the Arctic, we join the Big Yin on an international voyage full of detours, digressions and the most eccentric of characters - all underscored by the chosen soundtrack of the ultimate ramblin' man himself.

A book of global adventures with Billy Connolly - an unconventional travel memoir that crisscrosses the world, encapsulating a lifetime of incredible journeys and hundreds of fascinating encounters.

Billy Connoly - milovník hudby, motorkář, metla všeho nudného a všedního, snil o cestě po legendární Route 66 od chvíle, kdy poprvé uslyšel Chucka Berryho zpívat tu nejskvělejší rock 'n' rollovou nahrávku všech dob. A nyní dostal svojí šanci - vydává se na své na míru postavené tříkolce hledat skutečnou Ameriku, která ještě stále může být nalezena mimo dálnice tohoto národa. Na cestě po všech z jejích 3 666 kilometrů (2 278 mil) od mrakodrapů Chicaga po Molo v Santa Monice v Kalifornii, Billyho cesta ho vede kolem mnoha základních ikon Spojených států: Gateway Arch v St Louis, Monument Valley a Grand Canyon, a pár pozůstalých jedinečných, neonem osvícených čerpacích stanic a jídelen, které kdysi tuto cestu lemovaly. Ale také mu tato cesta dává příležitost poznat lidi, kteří tuto silnici považují za svůj domov, od Mervina, amišského truhláře, k Robovi, který je tak jako Billy nadšeným příznivcem bendža, a obsesivním sběratelem hudebních nástrojů, k Angelovi, který je jedním z mnoha lidí, kteří jsou odhodlaní udržet ducha Matky Cest naživu. Vtipné, dojímavé a inspirující zároveň, příběhy, které na své cestě sbírá, vyprávějí příběh moderní Ameriky. A možná inspirují pár lidí, aby taky usedli na své motorky. Se svým instinktem pro dobrý příběh, který nemá konkurenci, a s nakažlivým entuziasmem, který ho udělal naším nejpodmanivějším národním pokladem, Billy Connolly je vrcholným průvodcem na vrcholném silničním výletě.