Entrances and Exits

De: Michael Richards, Jerry Seinfeld - foreword

Narrado por: Michael Richards

The man who brought the kavorka to the Seinfeld show through one of the most remarkable and beloved television characters ever invented, Kramer, shares the extraordinary life of a comedy genius—the way he came into himself as an artist, the ups and downs as a human being, the road he has traveled in search of understanding.

“The hair, so essential, symbolizes the irrational that was and is and always will be the underlying feature not only of Kramer but of comedy itself. This seemingly senseless spirit has been coursing through me since childhood. I’ve been under its almighty influence since the day I came into this world. I felt it all within myself, especially the physical comedy, the body movements, so freakish and undignified, where I bumped into things, knocked stuff down, messed up situations, and often ended up on my ass.

“This book is a hymn to the irrational, the senseless spirit that breaks the whole into pieces, a reflection on the seemingly absurd difficulties that intrude upon us all. It’s Harpo Marx turning us about, shaking up my plans, throwing me for a loop. Upset and turmoil is with us all the time. It’s at the basis of comedy. It’s the pratfall we all take. It’s the unavoidable mistake we didn’t expect. It’s everywhere I go. It’s in the way that I am, both light and dark, good and not-so-good. It’s my life.”—Michael Richards, from Entrances and Exits

©2024 Michael Richards (P)2024 Recorded Books

Michael’s frankness

Michael has always been one of my favorite comedians. I enjoyed it very much. I can understand him now and he’s a brilliant comedian giddyup.

Best Audiobook I've Listened To In Some Time!

I've really enjoyed this one. Michael Richards is a great writer and narrator. He narrates with such great expression, keeping the listener fully engaged with his crafty writing style. I've already recommended this book to friends/family and one of them has already started it. I haven't shared any of my favorite parts with them, there are so many, as I want them to be as surprised and intrigued as I was. I'm looking forward to them catching up so we can talk about it. Overall, it's a really great book and you learn so much more about the author than you ever knew. You will not be disappointed in this masterpiece of an audiobook. Thank you for reading my review.

Good story telling

Michael is great at creating a picture that you can visualize while listening. Two thumbs up.

The man beneath the character

I felt so many emotions listening to Michael tell me about himself and his many and varied adventures. What fun to be behind the scenes of Seinfeld and in the mind of Kramer. I empathized with him when he described his reluctance to publicly engage as just Michael. We introverts know it’s safer to stay home. I loved hearing all of the celebrity names along with little bits about them. (I thrilled at his memory of my own husband- his high school artist friend.) And yes, that awful night when it all crashed down on him… I cringed along with everyone else. How many of us would have, could have delved so deeply into ourselves to reveal the truth of who we are without the mask of a character behind which to hide. Bravo Michael Richards!

In the end, a humble man.

It was wonderful to get to know the real man behind the Kramer character. He was at times very vulnerable and very personal… very human.
Excellent writing and I look forward to the next book.

Mesmerizing

Michael is a Profoundly entertaining storyteller who is exceptionally intelligent and a gifted wordsmith…I loved every minute!

Just wonderful!!

I loved hearing the story in the authors voice! If I had read it myself, I would have heard it in Kramers voice. Not knowing Mr Richards but having spent alot of time with Kramer it would not have been fair! So to Mr Richards I say bravo...it's nice to finally meet Kramers creator!!

Exceptional book and experience

Enjoyed the book from beginning to end. It was wonderful that Michael Richards read the book, provides that special touch for the journey through the book

Sitting with Mr. Richards

Mr. Richards, thank you for voicing this book that was more like an intimate chat with you while on your porch overlooking the Ocean.
I am so thankful for you and all the joy your acting has brought and continues to bring to my life.
God bless.

Michael's book gave me a whole new perspective On the seinfeld show.

The book offers great insite Into The show.
Love the robe story.
Love the hotel stories too.