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Holidays on Ice

David Sedaris
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Holidays on Ice

Nonfiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1998

Book Brief

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David Sedaris

Holidays on Ice

Nonfiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1998
Book Details
Pages

176

Format

Short Story • Nonfiction

Publication Year

1998

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Holidays on Ice is a collection by David Sedaris, featuring humorous and reflective short stories about holiday experiences. It includes works like "SantaLand Diaries," "Season's Greetings to Our Friends and Family!!!," and "The Cow and the Turkey," blending satire and personal anecdotes centered on the festive season.

Reviews & Readership

4.0

129,529 ratings

68%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

David Sedaris's Holidays on Ice is universally praised for its sharp wit and satirical take on holiday conventions. Readers highlight Sedaris's unique voice and ability to blend humor with poignant insights. Some critiques mention a few stories lacking depth or coming off as cynical. Overall, it's a standout collection perfect for fans of dark humor and sharp social commentary.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Holidays on Ice?

A reader who would enjoy Holidays on Ice by David Sedaris appreciates dark humor, wit, and satirical takes on holiday traditions. Fans of Let's Explore Diabetes with Owls or Augusten Burroughs' Running with Scissors will find the blend of personal essays and comedic narrative compelling and relatable.

4.0

129,529 ratings

68%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

176

Format

Short Story • Nonfiction

Publication Year

1998

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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