Carsick
John Waters Hitchhikes Across America
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Carsick
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Narrated by:
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John Waters
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John Waters
Carsick is the New York Times bestselling chronicle of a cross-country hitchhiking journey with America's most beloved weirdo.
John Waters is putting his life on the line. Armed with wit, a pencil-thin mustache, and a cardboard sign that reads "I'm Not Psycho," he hitchhikes across America from Baltimore to San Francisco, braving lonely roads and treacherous drivers. But who should we be more worried about, the delicate film director with genteel manners or the unsuspecting travelers transporting the Pope of Trash?
Before he leaves for this bizarre adventure, Waters fantasizes about the best and worst possible scenarios: a friendly drug dealer hands over piles of cash to finance films with no questions asked, a demolition-derby driver makes a filthy sexual request in the middle of a race, a gun-toting drunk terrorizes and holds him hostage, and a Kansas vice squad entraps and throws him in jail. So what really happens when this cult legend sticks out his thumb and faces the open road? His real-life rides include a gentle eighty-one-year-old farmer who is convinced Waters is a hobo, an indie band on tour, and the perverse filmmaker's unexpected hero: a young, sandy-haired Republican in a Corvette.
Laced with subversive humor and warm intelligence, Carsick is an unforgettable vacation with a wickedly funny companion—and a celebration of America's weird, astonishing, and generous citizenry.
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Would you listen to Carsick again? Why?
Of course! I love the way his mind works!Who was your favorite character and why?
The fictional animal rescuer. To say this woman is dedicated, is an understatement.Which scene was your favorite?
When John goes to Walmart.Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
I am always captivated by the masterful storytelling of Mr. John Waters and this book was no different. It made me want to start traveling the country like a gypsy.Any additional comments?
I appreciate the narration by the author.Another great ride with John Waters
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Love me some John Waters!
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If you could sum up Carsick in three words, what would they be?
Funny, gross and depraved.What was one of the most memorable moments of Carsick?
John Water's unlikely friendship with a young man who drives him across country.What about John Waters’s performance did you like?
Everything. The man is a master storyteller and just the cadence of his voice is hysterical.If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?
It'll make you puke with excitement.Any additional comments?
The funniest book I have listened to all year!Hilarious
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Where does Carsick rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?
My favorite audiobook experience in my many years of membership because John Waters himself was the reader.What was one of the most memorable moments of Carsick?
The "Bad Rides" animal rescuer was so right on, and I love animal rescuers.Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
Funny, outrageous, and unexpectedly sentimental from beginning to end.Best Enjoyed as an Audiobook
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If you could sum up Carsick in three words, what would they be?
Outlandish, hilarious, trashyWhat did you like best about this story?
I love stories that take the listener from place to place and keep the listener entertained, and this did the trick. I enjoyed hearing it and plan to listen again and again.Any additional comments?
Well worth the time! I love John Waters.Really funny and entertaining!
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