Summary of Fran Lebowitz's The Fran Lebowitz Reader

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#1 I wake up to the sound of my agent calling from Los Angeles. I do not know him, but he is audibly tan and interested in my work. He has come to the conclusion that I should write a movie comedy. I do not agree, but I agree to talk just as soon as I have won the Nobel Prize for Physics.

#2 I often worked late into the night. I would spend hours writing, then go to dinner with a group of people that included two fashion models, a fashion photographer, and an art director. I would spend the night staring at the sofa, not unmindful of the fact that it converts cleverly into a bed.

#3 I believe that all people should have warm clothing, sufficient food, and adequate shelter. I do not believe, however, that they should be willing to behave in an acceptable manner. If they are not willing to change, they should bundle up and stay home.

#4 There are two steps to achieving acceptable behavior. The first is to carefully examine the above chart. The second is to rid yourself of certain popular and harmful misconceptions, such as the belief that there is dignity in all work, that everyone is beautiful, or that inner peace exists.

• Language: English
• Publisher: IRB Media
• Release date: Jun 6, 2022
• ISBN: 9798822531277

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Insights from Chapter 1

#1

I wake up to the sound of my agent calling from Los Angeles. I do not know him, but he is audibly tan and interested in my work. He has come to the conclusion that I should write a movie comedy. I do not agree, but I agree to talk just as soon as I have won the Nobel Prize for Physics.

#2

I often worked late into the night. I would spend hours writing, then go to dinner with a group of people that included two fashion models, a fashion photographer, and an art director. I would spend the night staring at the sofa, not unmindful of the fact that it converts cleverly into a bed.

#3

I believe that all people should have warm clothing, sufficient food, and adequate shelter. I do not believe, however, that they should be willing to behave in an acceptable manner. If they are not willing to change, they should bundle up and stay home.

#4

There are two steps to achieving acceptable behavior. The first is to carefully examine the above chart. The second is to rid yourself of certain popular and harmful misconceptions, such as the belief that there is dignity in all work, that everyone is beautiful, or that inner peace exists.

#5

I enjoy speaking on the phone after dinner. I would feel most secure knowing that I had enough money and a good alarm system. I would also feel most comfortable wearing evening pajamas.

#6

I am kindly, energetic, curious, and pleasant. I am also madcap. I never carry cash, and I always camp. I like to go camping, rollerskating, and drinking.

#7

I am a very determined person who always tries to achieve his goals. I am not recommended for the shy type. When confronted by a large crowd of strangers, my first instinct is to smile and say hello.

#8

When I am alone, I most often … read, watch television, write sonnets, build model planes, call the Beverly Hills Hotel and have myself paged, and giggle uncontrollably.

#9

The heiress game is similar to the position of in-waiting. You would be a very foolish girl if you were to let that deter you, for this is the only type of job that offers the richly rewarding satisfactions of serving others.

#10

There are many activities in which I participate, and