I got this hardcover from a local Salvation Army thrift shop. It's subtitled "Stumbling through Hollywood history," and it deals with many anecdotes about the various soused celebrities - some amusing, some inevitably tragic. From legendary tippler John Barrymore to late starter Robert Benchley to Richard Burton (who was said to be able to down three bottles of vodka a day), the book features biographies, quips and quotes, and an amazing capacity for booze.

There are nods to films about booze, too, including a look at the marvelous, harrowing classic "The Lost Weekend". And I was amused to find a recipe for the "Alaskan Polar Bear Heater," the drink concocted by the Nutty Professor's evil twin in the 1963 film starring Jerry Lewis. (This is not a drink that anyone could recommend, but it was fun seeing it in recipe form.)

I left this book, bagged against the elements, in the little gazebo; hope someone enjoys it!

*** Update, 7/19/2020: Thanks so much for journaling my books! (And rescuing them - I had no idea that they'd sit in that little gazebo all this time!) If you have any questions about BookCrossing, please do browse the site FAQ and forums, or send me a Private Message. And I hope you enjoy the books! ***

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*** Released for the 2020 Wine+Food challenge. ***

Currently reading and very much enjoying!

I left this in the town gazebo on a warm and quiet summer night, hoping someone out for a stroll will find it