- 224 pages
- English
- ePUB (mobile friendly)
- Available on iOS & Android
Kinky's Celebrity Pet Files
About this book
Kinky Friedman is not only a man of the people, he's a man of the animal kingdom. Kinky is a man who wears many hats -- not just a Stetson. Aside from being a politico, folksinger, and mystery author, he's also a longtime animal advocate and feels as passionately about his pets as he does about legislative reform. But rather than simply write about his own experiences, why shouldn't he include a few friends? Of course, Kinky's address book is unique, and he's taken full advantage. In his new collection, Kinky's Celebrity Pet Files, the Kinkster writes about his famous friends and their pets you've never met, each with a story as delightful and offbeat as the author himself. Kinky has gathered together an eclectic and extraordinary group of talented celebrity pals to talk about the subject nearest and dearest to their hearts: their pets. With candid, personal photos of the stars and their beloved animals and insider stories to match, the book is like a party only Kinky could throw, and the results are both entertaining and endearing. It's not your average celebrity pet book, because Kinky's not your average celebrity. He's got musicians, like Johnny Cash and his pig, Brian Wilson with his dog, and Willie Nelson doing his best horse whisperer impersonation; actors and comedians ranging from Phyllis Diller with Miss Kitty to Richard Pryor on a pygmy pony; and a lineup of writers, politicians, and some heroes of the past -- Bill Clinton, Joseph Heller, and Mark Twain, to name a few. Hilarious, oddball, heartwarming, and edgy all at once, Kinky's Celebrity Pet Files is a book for animal lovers, celebrity junkies, and anyone who just likes a good story. It's a little weird, it's completely charming, and it's 100 percent Kinky.
Frequently asked questions
- Essential is ideal for learners and professionals who enjoy exploring a wide range of subjects. Access the Essential Library with 800,000+ trusted titles and best-sellers across business, personal growth, and the humanities. Includes unlimited reading time and Standard Read Aloud voice.
- Complete: Perfect for advanced learners and researchers needing full, unrestricted access. Unlock 1.4M+ books across hundreds of subjects, including academic and specialized titles. The Complete Plan also includes advanced features like Premium Read Aloud and Research Assistant.
Please note we cannot support devices running on iOS 13 and Android 7 or earlier. Learn more about using the app.
Information
Table of contents
- Cover
- Description
- Title Page
- Copyright Page
- Acknowledgments
- Dedication
- Contents
- Introduction
- Jerry Jeff Walker and Coco
- Murray Langston, The Unknown Comic
- Winston Churchill and Rufus
- Jimmy Buffett and the Manatee
- Joseph Heller and Philippe
- Dom DeLuise, Charlie, Banjo, Pavarotti, and B.B.
- Ernest Hemingway and Black Dog
- Willie Nelson and a Stable Full of Horses
- Jim Nabors, Gypsy, Barney, Lulu, and Daisy
- My Pet Project
- Kinky and Cuddles
- John Callahan and Stanley
- Billy Bob Thornton and Alice
- Strange Bedfellows
- Emmylou Harris, Keeta, and Bella
- Clive Cussler and Buster
- Brian Wilson and Sarah
- Richard Pryor and Ginger
- Danny Hutton, Missy, and Buddy—a Three Dog Night
- Van Dyke Parks and Jubal
- Hank Williams and Hi-Life
- Donny Osmond and Spike
- F. Murray Abraham and Wolfie
- Larry Dierker and Babe
- Mark Twain and Bambino, Among Others
- Molly Ivins and Kaye Northcat
- Ruth Buzzi and Gladys
- Phyllis Diller and Miss Kitty
- Bud Cort and Lillian
- Dr. John, Lucy, and Mordecai
- Fats Domino and Winnie the Pooh
- Marty Stuart and Oscar Lee Perkins
- Penn Jillette, Shirley Temple, Turtle, Zolten, Moxie, Teller, Fonebone, and Fensterbenster
- Ann Richards
- Billie Holiday and Mister
- Tom Waits and Ginger
- Lily Tomlin and Tess
- Bill Clinton, Socks, and Buddy
- Tom Robbins and Blini Tomato Titanium
- Levon Helm and Muddy
- Johnny Cash and Snorkle
- Photo Credits
- Back Cover