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Look Back in Hunger
- Narrated by: Jo Brand
- Length: 2 hrs
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Summary
Jo Brand is one of Britain's funniest and best-loved comedians. With a sharp eye for the absurd and in her own unique voice, she tells her story for the first time. What possessed her to become a professional comedian in the cut-throat world of stand-up comedy after 10 years as a psychiatric nurse? How did she deal with late-night drunken audiences? Raised in middle class comfort, Brand left home in her teens to live with someone entirely inappropriate.
Her parents were aghast at her behaviour and attempted to rein in her excesses, finally giving up when she demonstrated that she was not headed for the life of a nun. From her early years growing up in a small south coast town with two brothers who toughened her up, to emerging on stage as 'The Sea Monster', Jo Brand tells it like it is with wit, candour, and a wonderful sense that life can be ridiculous but there's always a funny side.
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- C N S MATTHEWS
- 31-01-21
Enjoyable but short
Enjoyed the book but it was a bit short. Only 2 hours and ends when Jo starts her comedy career. I have always found Jo funny and would have liked a bit of insight into her writing comedy process.
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- mikeybaby72
- 15-03-17
Jo Brand!!
Loved it - this was my first Jo Brand book and it certainly won't be my last. I Loved it as I love her delivery. Listened from start to finish in one shot. ☺
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- Bella
- 19-03-18
Brilliant
Fabulous to hear Jo Brand narrating her own words. Funny, heart felt, inspiring. I highly recommend it.
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- Janet Wardell
- 16-05-22
A little disappointed
I like Jo Brand and have enjoyed her TV performances of various kinds. This book was short and somewhat samey throughout.
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- Cookie Monster
- 05-11-17
brilliant, I love Jo brand
Jo is really funny I have always liked her dry wit,would really like to see her live one day
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- John
- 23-03-24
Thoroughly enjoyable
Jo has led a pretty eventful and interesting life. She narrates this book beautifully, her voice full of warmth and wit. I really enjoyed this book and listened to the whole lot in one go. Jo throws in the occasional bit of humour delivered the way only she can. Now I shall turn my attention to her next book which I'm eagerly looking forward to.
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- Sidge72
- 31-01-17
Amazing book and FUNNY
Would you consider the audio edition of Look Back in Hunger to be better than the print version?
I listened to this in the car on a long journey down south along with the other of Jo's audiobooks on here. I have to say, I enjoyed them both so much and she did make me chuckle as always. Full of interesting anecdotes as her interesting story is told. I love Jo, and her story, narrated beautifully in typical joyous 'Jo' style was a pleasure to listen to. I think she's awesome. I listen to her reading more stuff actually. She just makes me smile. Jo is great and her story is really interesting.
What other book might you compare Look Back in Hunger to, and why?
Can't Stand Up For Sitting Down
What about Jo Brand’s performance did you like?
Her voice is inimitable and makes me chuckle even without the jokes, also she is lovely.
If you made a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?
It's more than just panty liners.
Any additional comments?
More from Jo!!
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- Betty Sadler
- 21-06-23
Love listening to Jo but far too short
Just when I felt Jo was really getting going she finished. I was really enjoying her narrating but wanted more!
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- Jas2k1
- 21-10-18
Great insight - just too short
Just as you’re getting into the flow, it’s all over.
Having said that, it’s a great insight into the great Jo Brand.
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- Catherine Donnelly
- 23-11-16
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very funny and entertaining would definitely recommend can't wait to read her next one :-)
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