Billy Connollys Route 66, Billy Connolly
Billy Connollys Route 66, Billy Connolly
List: $21.99 | Sale: $15.39
Club: $10.99

Billy Connolly's Route 66
The hilarious memoir from bestselling author and comedian, Billy Connolly, of life on the ultimate American road trip

Author: Billy Connolly

Narrator: James McPherson

Unabridged: 8 hr 44 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 09/15/2011


Synopsis

Follow much-loved Scottish comedian and bestselling author Billy Connolly across Route 66, on this unforgettable journey filled with music, modern history and hilarious stories.

Billy Connolly first dreamed of taking a trip on the legendary Route 66 when he heard Chuck Berry belting out one of the greatest rock 'n' roll records of all time - and now he's finally had the chance to do it. Travelling every one of its 2,278 miles on his custom-make motorbike, Billy's journey takes him past many of the best-known icons in the US: the Gateway Arch in St Louis, Monument Valley and the Grand Canyon, and the funky neon-lit gas stations and diners that once lined the route.

Billy also has the chance to get to know the people who call it home, from Mervin the Amish carpenter, to fellow banjo enthusiast and obsessive instrument collector Rob, to Angel, one of the many people determined to keep the spirit of the Mother Road alive. Funny, touching and inspiring in equal measure, the tales he gathers on the way tell the story of modern America.

With his unrivalled instinct for a good story, and the gregariousness that has made him a comedy legend, Billy Connolly is the ultimate guide to the ultimate road trip.

About Billy Connolly

Sir William Connolly, CBE is a much-loved Scottish comedian, musician, TV presenter, actor, and artist. Now a 'welder statesman', he is the recipient of a BAFTA Lifetime Achievement Award and is regularly voted the nation's favourite stand-up comedian. His collected stand-up routines, TALL TALES & WEE STORIES, was a No.1 bestseller and has spent over a year in the Sunday Times' charts. Billy was born and raised in Glasgow and now lives in America


Reviews

Goodreads review by Sophie on October 28, 2019

It's Billy Connolly, you cannot go wrong. This book is a real chuckle. Billy as always puts his spin on everything and makes you see it in a different light. His tales of driving along route 66 are both interesting and inspiring. Watch the TV series first then read the book. They go hand in hand. I r......more

Goodreads review by Jr on March 03, 2012

If you like road trips, Americana, and/or Billy Connolly you'll really enjoy this book. I was predisposed to have a great time reading the Big Yin since I've long been a bit of a fan of his comedy and personality. That said, what strikes me most about this romp through historic Route 66 is not his o......more

Goodreads review by Joe on December 08, 2024

got my kicks reading about route 66......more

Goodreads review by David on March 04, 2024

Interesting travelogue of route 66 delivered in trypical Connolly style......more

Goodreads review by Diane on July 20, 2012

Let me preface this review with a confession, I love anything Billy Connolly does! This heartwarming, descriptive,funny yet sometimes very lonely journey was a very easy read. Billy tells the story as though he is sitting in an a chair in your Lounge room. Billy does not glamorize his journey , in......more


Quotes

From the people to the places, from the small towns to the big cities, Connolly doesn't miss a thing and his enthusiasm to discover the real America makes it an essential read. Express