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With the incisive pen of a newspaperman and the compassionate soul of a poet, Mike Royko was a Chicago institution who became, in Jimmy Breslin's words, "the best journalist of his time." Culled from 7500 columns and spanning four decades, from his early days to his last dispatch, the writings in this collection reflect a radically changing America as seen by a man whose keen sense of justice and humor never faltered. Faithful readers will find their old favorites and develop new ones, while the uninitiated have the enviable good fortune of experiencing this true American voice for the first time.
"A treasure trove lies between these covers. Royko was in a class by himself. He was a true original."—Ann Landers
"The joy of One More Time is Royko in his own words."—Mary Eileen O'Connell, New York Times Book Review
"Reading a collection of Royko's columns is even more of a pleasure than encountering them one by one, and that is a large remark for he rarely wrote a piece that failed to wake you up with his hard-earned moral wit. Three cheers for Royko!"—Norman Mailer
"Powerful, punchy, amazingly contemporary."—Neil A. Grauer, Cleveland Plain Dealer
"This crackling collection of his own favorite columns as well as those beloved by his fans reminds us just how much we miss the gruff, compassionate voice of Mike Royko."—Jane Sumner, Dallas Morning News
"A marvelous road map through four decades of America."—Elizabeth Taylor, Chicago Tribune Books
"Royko was an expert at finding universal truths in parochial situations, as well as in the larger issues—war and peace, justice and injustice, wealth and poverty—he examined. Think of One More Time as one man's pungent commentary on life in these United States over the last few decades."—Booklist
"Royko was one of the most respected and admired people in the business, by readers and colleagues alike. . . . Savor [his sketches] while you can."—Jonathan Yardley, Washington Post Book World
"Book collections of columns aren't presumed to be worth reading. This one is, whether or not you care about newspapering or Chicago."—Neil Morgan, San Diego Union-Tribune
"A treasure house for journalism students, for would-be writers, for students of writing styles, for people who just like to laugh at the absurdity of the human condition or, as Studs Terkel said, for those who will later seek to learn what it was really like in the 20th century."—Georgie Anne Geyer, Washington Times
"Full of astonishments, and the greatest of these is Royko's technical mastery as a writer."—Hendrik Hertzberg, New Yorker
"A great tribute to an American original, a contrarian blessed with a sense of irony and a way with words."—Bob Minzesheimer, USA Today
"In this posthumous collection of his columns, journalist Royko displays the breezy wit that made him so beloved in the Windy City."—People
"A treasure trove lies between these covers. Royko was in a class by himself. He was a true original."—Ann Landers
"The joy of One More Time is Royko in his own words."—Mary Eileen O'Connell, New York Times Book Review
"Reading a collection of Royko's columns is even more of a pleasure than encountering them one by one, and that is a large remark for he rarely wrote a piece that failed to wake you up with his hard-earned moral wit. Three cheers for Royko!"—Norman Mailer
"Powerful, punchy, amazingly contemporary."—Neil A. Grauer, Cleveland Plain Dealer
"This crackling collection of his own favorite columns as well as those beloved by his fans reminds us just how much we miss the gruff, compassionate voice of Mike Royko."—Jane Sumner, Dallas Morning News
"A marvelous road map through four decades of America."—Elizabeth Taylor, Chicago Tribune Books
"Royko was an expert at finding universal truths in parochial situations, as well as in the larger issues—war and peace, justice and injustice, wealth and poverty—he examined. Think of One More Time as one man's pungent commentary on life in these United States over the last few decades."—Booklist
"Royko was one of the most respected and admired people in the business, by readers and colleagues alike. . . . Savor [his sketches] while you can."—Jonathan Yardley, Washington Post Book World
"Book collections of columns aren't presumed to be worth reading. This one is, whether or not you care about newspapering or Chicago."—Neil Morgan, San Diego Union-Tribune
"A treasure house for journalism students, for would-be writers, for students of writing styles, for people who just like to laugh at the absurdity of the human condition or, as Studs Terkel said, for those who will later seek to learn what it was really like in the 20th century."—Georgie Anne Geyer, Washington Times
"Full of astonishments, and the greatest of these is Royko's technical mastery as a writer."—Hendrik Hertzberg, New Yorker
"A great tribute to an American original, a contrarian blessed with a sense of irony and a way with words."—Bob Minzesheimer, USA Today
"In this posthumous collection of his columns, journalist Royko displays the breezy wit that made him so beloved in the Windy City."—People
Read Online One More Time The Best of Mike Royko Mike Royko Studs Terkel 9780226730721 Books
"I'm pushing 80, a retired elementary teacher, and well remember using a few examples of Rokoy's columns, that appeared in our local paper, to help my group of gifted students understand satire. In discussions with my grand daughter, I realized she was having same issue with a writing assignment. I went on line and purchased this, laughed so much I had to order the other. Now, I cannot part with either one, want to share with friends in my "snowbird" village, so had to buy another copy to give my grandchild! I read and giggle, and I have only been to Chicago twice, and neither time did I get out of the car! This is great humorous reading no matter where you live or where you have been! Enjoy"
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One More Time The Best of Mike Royko Mike Royko Studs Terkel 9780226730721 Books Reviews
- I'm pushing 80, a retired elementary teacher, and well remember using a few examples of Rokoy's columns, that appeared in our local paper, to help my group of gifted students understand satire. In discussions with my grand daughter, I realized she was having same issue with a writing assignment. I went on line and purchased this, laughed so much I had to order the other. Now, I cannot part with either one, want to share with friends in my "snowbird" village, so had to buy another copy to give my grandchild! I read and giggle, and I have only been to Chicago twice, and neither time did I get out of the car! This is great humorous reading no matter where you live or where you have been! Enjoy
- Before purchasing this book I had never read a Mike Royko column. I am not from Chicago and I do not recall seeing his column in the newspapers I read.
The book is a treat. Mike Royko wastes no words. Many of Royko's columns in the book are about life's absurdity, which Royko notes with biting satire. At other times he is sentimental. As another reviewer noted, the piece Mike Royko wrote after the death of his first wife was very moving. Amazingly Mike Royko had no educational background to be a writer. He taught himself via on the job training.
I did note some possible inconsistencies in the columns in the book. This is not a criticism. Mike Royko had a debater's ability to argue either side of an issue. Also, people are entitled and frequently should change their opinions based upon new facts and thoughts.
I highly recommend this book. The introductions or commentaries to each decade of Mike Royko's career written by Lois Wille add significantly to the book. - I always find it hardest to write reviews for books that I like unconditionally. The genius of this work just seems... too obvious for words.
Royko has a good eye for unsung heroes, as in "Mighty Teddy Still the Champ." First describing a "twenty-eight-year-old muscle-head" who earns six figures, he contrasts this with an talented, gritty, but unknown Chicago softball star who played about 250 games a year for 20+ years.
Royko also has a keen eye for absurdity, as in "Don't Let Food Bug You," where he describes actual legal definitions for acceptable defect levels. "Don't ask me why they allow fewer insects in apple butter than in raisins, but more rodent hairs," he comments. "I guess it's a matter of taste."
Royko has an obsession with justice and bluntly cuts through the absurdity of government beaurocracy, as in "A Faceless Man's Plea," the story of a veteran whose request for help in restoring his blown up face are replied to in form letters from the VA.
Perhaps most impressively, whenever it seems that Royko gets backed into a corner, he fights back with humor- and ALWAYS wins. On of the high points for me is "High Rise Man," where Royko responds to criticism that he is drifting away from his working class roots. "As an amateur anthropologist, I was familiar with the ways of Two Flat Man, Bungalow Man, Tavern Man...," he claims. "I decided to follow the example of Margaret Mead, the late social anthropologist, whose method was to be part of the tribal culture she studied." - Another birthday gift for my daughter
- Royko never disappointed. Thanks for prompt delivery - brought back lots of memories.
- The essential Mike Royko. Covered a variety of writing on a diversity of topics throughout Mike's career. Gave insight into the way he operated in the tough political environment that is Chicago. Enjoyable reading!
- I remember when I was a kid and we moved to Chicago in 1969 from Wyoming. Within a few years, I would hear my parents and their friends talking and laughing over the recent newspaper columns written by Mike Royko.
I relived this period as I read this book, as he covers a wide range of subjects, from politics, to sports, and current affairs of that time period. His story telling and satirical style are unmatched. I feel I was transported back in time. My 24 year old daughter also loved this book. - Brought back wisdom that is as relative now as it was back then. Mike was such a good writer to help put any circumstance into perspective. Enjoyed this book.
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