Review:

Comedy At The Edge: How Stand Up In The 1970s Changed America By Richard Zoglin

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Comedy at the Edge: How Stand-Up in the 1970s Changed America by Richard Zoglin is a book that explores the rise of stand-up comedy in America during the 1970s.

Key Features

  • In-depth exploration of stand-up comedy in the 1970s
  • Detailed analysis of iconic comedians like Richard Pryor, George Carlin, and Robin Williams
  • Examines the cultural impact of stand-up comedy on American society

Pros

  • Well-researched and informative
  • Engaging storytelling and writing style
  • Provides insight into a pivotal moment in American comedy history

Cons

  • May not appeal to readers unfamiliar with stand-up comedy or the 1970s era

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