His honesty is raw, the revelations quite shocking, as he writes to air thoughts and theories about what actually happened during their childhood which was experienced differently by each child. There's mildew and sadness and no room for anything.ĭavid is remarkably candid, in his wry, humorous way, about the strange relationship all of the kids had with their father. The Sedaris kids clear out the house and it becomes apparent that Lou has become a great hoarder of stuff that he'll get around to fixing, of clothes that he'll never wear. In his late 90s, Lou Sedaris leaves the family house to enter a rest home. It shouldnt surprise anyone that David Sedaris latest collection, the ironically titled 'Happy-Go-Lucky,' has more touches of melancholy than in previous books. Still, theres growing depth and empathy in his writing and delivery. Written during and after lockdowns in the US and UK, David writes of his father's decline. Sedariss latest update on his family and society brings the funny. So what is he musing upon in this new work?įamily is a goldmine for this writer. His observations on life, the universe and everything are second to none. Happy-Go-Lucky – David Sedaris (Little, Brown, $34.99) reviewed by Louise Ward, Wardini BooksĪ new collection from David Sedaris is always cause for celebration.
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