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Let's Explore Diabetes With Owls

David Sedaris
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Let's Explore Diabetes With Owls

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2013

Book Brief

David Sedaris

Let's Explore Diabetes With Owls

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2013
Book Details
Pages

288

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Let’s Explore Diabetes with Owls by David Sedaris is a collection of humorous personal essays and fictional satiric short stories that explore contemporary politics, absurdities of daily life, and the nuances of love and family. The pieces range from Sedaris's experiences with healthcare and travel to parental dynamics and learning new languages. The collection includes poignant and comedic reflections on societal and personal issues. Some pieces, like “I Break for Traditional Marriage,” contain depictions of violence and other sensitive topics.

Humorous

Contemplative

Bittersweet

Informative

Nostalgic

Reviews & Readership

4.1

152,764 ratings

68%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

David Sedaris' Let's Explore Diabetes With Owls offers his signature humor and wit but is met with mixed reviews. Readers appreciate Sedaris' sharp, relatable essays and keen observations of mundane life. However, some criticize the collection for inconsistent quality and less impactful pieces compared to his previous works. Nonetheless, it remains a notable addition to his portfolio.

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Who Should Read Let's Explore Diabetes With Owls?

A reader who enjoys witty, dark humor, personal anecdotes, and observational comedy would relish Let's Explore Diabetes With Owls by David Sedaris. Fans of Sedaris's previous works or those who appreciate the satirical essays of David Rakoff's Fraud or the humorous memoirs in Augusten Burroughs's Running with Scissors will find this book particularly engaging.

4.1

152,764 ratings

68%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

288

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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