Bill Cosby
was born William
H. Cosby Jr on July 12, 1937 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He married Camille
Hanks on January 25, 1964. Mr and Mrs Cosby have four daughters. Their only son,
Ennis William Cosby, was murdered on January 16, 1997. All of his children have
names that begin with the letter "E" (Erika, Erinn, Ennis, Ensa &
Evin) According to Cosby, the "E" stands for "Excellence."
"A crusader throughout his career for a better world, his great success in the world of entertainment is complemented by his involvement with a host of charity organizations, making substantial gifts in support of education, most notably to predominantly black colleges and to various social service and civil rights organizations. On the evolution of his own style of comedy, Bill Cosby states that he was drawn at an early age to the masters of jazz, learning to emulate in comedy their ability to take an idea and continually find new and innovative ways of expressing the same theme. The legacy of Bill Cosby's comedic genius is as sweet, meaningful and universal as any piece of music ever played."
I
Didn't Ask to Be Born: (But I'm Glad I Was)
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Hardcover: 208 pages
Publisher: Center Street (November 1, 2011)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0892969202
ISBN-13: 978-0892969203
Product Dimensions: 6 x 1 x 8.8 inches
The world's most beloved funnyman is back with his first humor book since
the bestselling Cosbyology. In this hilarious new collection of
observations, Cosby brings us more of his wonderful and wacky insights into
the human condition that are sure to become classics. In the tradition of
Fat Albert, Cosby introduces a host of new characters, including Peanut
Armhouse and Old Mother Harold. Not since Mushmouth, Dumb Donald, Bucky, and
the Cosby Kids has there been such a memorable cast.
Over the past century, few entertainers have achieved the legendary status
of William H. Cosby, Jr. His success spans five decades and virtually all
media-remarkable accomplishments for a kid who emerged from humble
beginnings in a Philly housing project.
The doctor of comedy holds forth on everything from a game show contestant's
confusing origins, to a grandchild with a Godzilla infatuation, to his first
love Bernadette, and many more delightful digressions.
Bill Cosby may not have asked to be born, but we're sure glad he was.
Come
On People: On the Path from Victims to Victors
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Bill Cosby, Alvin F. Poussaint
Hardcover: 288 pages
Publisher: Thomas Nelson; 1 edition (October 9, 2007)
ISBN-10: 1595550925
Bill Cosby and Alvin F. Poussaint have a powerful message for families and communities as they lay out their visions for strengthening America, or for that matter the world. They address the crises of people who are stuck because of feelings of low self-esteem, abandonment, anger, fearfulness, sadness, and feelings of being used, undefended and unprotected. These feelings often impede their ability to move forward. The authors aim to help empower people make the daunting transition from victims to victors. Come On, People! is always engaging, and loaded with heart-piercing stories of the problems facing many communities.
Cosbyology: Essays and Observations from the Doctor of Comedy
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by Bill Cosby with original illustrations by George Booth.
Format: Hardcover, 192pp.
ISBN: 0786868104
Publisher: Hyperion Press
Pub. Date: October 2001
Edition Desc: 1 ED
In his long and illustrious career, Bill Cosby has been many things: award-winning actor, bestselling author, doctor of education, media icon, and role model. But first and foremost, he is a comedian, and here he returns to that role in this wonderfully funny collection of stand-up material that touches on everything from childhood and marriage to school, sports, and work. Fusing his classic jazzy timing and edgy humor with the intelligence and perception that have made him a huge star, Bill Cosby draws from his own life to tell these laugh-out-loud stories. With a dry wit and uncanny insight, Cosby writes about his first experiences skiing, lying to his mother, and fretting about ingrown hairs. Fans young and old will be eager to add this volume to their collection, while new fans everywhere will delight in this sampling of great comic genius.
Love
and Marriage
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Mass Market Paperback: 304 pages
Publisher: Bantam (April 1, 1990)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0553284673
ISBN-13: 978-0553284676
Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 4.1 x 1 inches
Remember your first kiss? Your first crush? Your
first date? Bill Cosby remembers his - and he's telling all! With the warmth
and wit that made millions laugh at the foibles of Fatherhood and the
madness of the way Time Flies, Cosby merrily tackles the "only subject that
no one has ever been able to study for." From dating to mating, from scoring
to snoring, from saying "I do" to claiming "she did," Love and Marriage
offers a rollicking tour of the mysterious, magical, frequently frustrating,
and often rocky road to romance.
Laugh along as Cosby recalls how he fumbled and stumbled in and out of
infatuations with childhood sweethearts and teen dream girls - all of which
was basic training for active duty in the battle of the sexes. Chuckle, too,
as he courts coed cuties and swinging singles, then woos and weds his one
and only - only to discover a brave new world of marital bliss, including
great nights, great fights, in-laws, and kids (five of 'em!).
I
Am What I Ate...and I'm frightened!!!: And Other Digressions from the Doctor
of Comedy
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Paperback: 208 pages
ISBN-10: 0060545747
ASIN: B000H2MQJY
Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 5.3 x 0.6 inches
At 66 Years Old, Bill Cosby is Hotter than Ever
With his new book I Am What I Ate...and I'm frightened!!!, an
animated series based on his best-selling book Fatherhood to launch in
January on Nick at Nite, a movie based on his character Fat Albert about to
go into production, his Little Bill animated series airing daily on
Nickelodeon and Saturday mornings on CBS, and "The Cosby Show" in
syndication, Bill Cosby continues to be as prolific and relevant as ever,
reaching every generation and every audience since he began his career in
stand-up four decades ago.
He is one of the most influential performers of the second half of the 20th
century. He has had an unparalleled career in television; has sold more
record albums than any other comedian; his blockbuster books have sold
millions of copies; and his generous support of numerous charities,
particularly in the field of education, have endowed many Americans with the
gift of hope and learning.
Through his groundbreaking appearances on television, particularly in two
landmark series each of which defined an American decade, Bill Cosby has
touched the lives of millions of Americans. In the 1960s, "I Spy" broke the
racial barrier in television by featuring Cosby as the first-ever black lead
of a weekly dramatic series. In the 1980s, Cosby returned to television with
a show that Coretta Scott King described as "the most positive portrayal of
black family life that has ever been broadcast." "The Cosby Show" enjoyed
years of number-one ratings and nearly unanimous critical praise.
Cosby's success on television has been matched in other areas. In 1986 he
broke Radio City Music Hall's 53-year-old attendance record for his concert
appearance. Cosby's also a giant in the publishing world. Fatherhood (1986)
became one of the fastest-selling hardcover book of all time, remaining for
more than half of its fifty-four weeks on The New York Times Best Seller
List as Number 1. It has sold 2.6 million hardcover copies and 1.5 million
paperbacks. Time Flies had the largest single first printing in publishing
history--1.75 million. Now, I Am What I Ate...and I'm frightened!!!
is poised for the bestseller list.
Time
Flies
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Mass Market Paperback: 192 pages
Publisher: Bantam; 1St Edition edition (November 1, 1988)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0553277243
ISBN-13: 978-0553277241
Product Dimensions: 7.2 x 4.3 x 0.5 inches
America's best-loved humorist, media personality and bestselling author now brings his unique warmth, wisdom and wit to a subject common to all: aging. From five to fifty and beyond, Bill Cosby takes us on a hilarious romp through the trials and tribulations of growing�and being�older. Funny, highly personal, and with just the right tugs on the heartstrings, Time Flies is Cosby at his best.
Fatherhood
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Paperback: 178 pages
Publisher: Berkley Publishing Group; no edition stated edition (May 1, 1987)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0425097722
ISBN-13: 978-0425097724
Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.3 x 0.5 inches
The perennial #1 nationwide bestseller-and now, a hit
animated series on Nick at Nite. From Bill Cosby, America's favorite TV dad,
comes the ideal gift for Father's Day...
Fatherhood is...
- Pretending the present you love most is soap-on-a-rope
- Helping your children learn English as a foreign language
- Knowing that "Everything's okay, Dad" means "I haven't killed anyone"
- ...and more priceless advice and hilarious wisdom.
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The
Best Way to PlayVarnette P. Honeywood (Illustrator)
Publisher: Scholastic Publication Date: Sept 1997
From beloved comedian and storyteller Bill Cosby comes THE BEST WAY TO PLAY, a Little Bill Book for Beginning Readers that teaches kids that the best toys they've got aren't the ones they buy, but the ones they have inside them: their creativity and imagination. Little Bill and his friends love the Space Explorers. They watch the Space Explorers TV show on Saturday mornings, they play Space Explorers in the big lot next to Uncle Al's house, and now they want the new Space Explorers video game. But when the kids' parents won't buy the game, Little Bill, Andrew, Fuchsia, and Kiku are forced to find their own way to have fun and save the planet from evil aliens.
The
Treasure Hunt
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Varnette P. Honeywood (Illustrator)
Publisher: Scholastic Publication Date: July 1997
Bill Cosby's THE TREASURE HUNT is a joy to read, teaching kids the value of family while encouraging them to look within themselves to find what makes them special. Little Bill has the day off from school and, wouldn't you know it, it's rainy and windy outside. As Little Bill wanders through the house looking for entertainment, it seems everyone has something they love to do -- everyone except Little Bill. His father sorts through his old jazz records, his mother polishes her prized silver platter, and his brother, Bobby, is engrossed in his baseball cards. It isn't until his great-grandmother, Alice the Great, asks Little Bill to tell her a story that he realizes he has his own favorite hobby.
The
Meanest Thing to Say
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Varnette P. Honeywood (Illustrator)
Publisher: Scholastic Publication Date: July 1997
With typical humor and insight, Bill Cosby teaches beginning readers the value of friendship and kindness in THE MEANEST THING TO SAY, a Little Bill Book. There's a new boy in Little Bill's class, and he's got a different game for the gang to play. Michael Reilly doesn't want to play basketball like the kids usually do; he prefers "Playing the Dozens." "You get twelve chances to say something mean to a person," Michael explains. "The meanest thing wins." The insults go back and forth ("Jose hops with the frogs in the sixth grade lab," "Andrew is a lousy basketball player"), but Little Bill is uncomfortable with Playing the Dozens. Can he find a way to win the game but still be nice?
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