Dorothy Parker in Hollywood

Intrigued by Dorothy I was only vaguely familiar with Dorothy Parker as a personality from the past. Quotes of hers would regularly pop up in my Facebook feed– witticisms that always seemed to hit home with a sarcasm that sparkled. Along came the new biography, "Dorothy Parker in Hollywood,” and I gr......more

White privilege ? In this distressing saga, the author suggests that Dorothy Parker's life (1893-1967) was twisted out of shape by her comfortable middle-class background. And the author uses the phrase "white privilege" several times. The short story, verse writer and critic is best remembered for h......more

Sigh. I love Dorothy Parker. I quote her short story, The Waltz, far too often (“I’d love to be in a midnight fire at sea” being my favorite line). But I’ve never knowingly seen any of the movies she wrote. Gail Crowther’s wonderful book not only outlines the highs and lows of Parker’s Hollywood yea......more

I won this book in a goodreads drawing. A biography with a definite agenda on the famous writer and wit. Pessimistic throughout, but that shouldn't be a surprise considering the subject.......more

This is a terrific book that comes as close as any written to uncovering the enigma that was Dorothy Parker. She was an immensely talented writer and a passionate and courageous believer in human rights and justice (often to her own detriment), yet she always - always - denigrated her own talent and......more