Title: Zombie Spaceship Wasteland
Author: Patton Oswalt
First published January 4, 2011
191 pages, Hardcover
ISBN: 9781439149089 (ISBN10: 1439149089)
Rating: 3.55
Overview
Get ready to join Patton Oswalt on a wild ride through his unique and hilarious world. Known for his unforgettable performances in Ratatouille and Big Fan, as well as his role in the hit show The King of Queens, Oswalt has been entertaining audiences for years.
With Zombie Spaceship Wasteland, he invites you to explore his wacky and wonderful mind. Oswalt blends personal stories with side-splitting humor, from childhood memories of building snow forts to his early days in stand-up comedy.
You’ll also enjoy his illustrated tales, including a vampire story for the rest of us and some one-of-a-kind greeting cards. But the book’s highlight is Oswalt’s theory that every creative mind gravitates towards one of three storylines: zombies, spaceships, or wastelands.
This is a journey you won’t want to miss!
About the Author
Patton Oswalt, a talented American stand-up comedian, writer, and actor, was married to Michelle McNamara, who has since passed away.
Editoral Review
Patton Oswalt is best known for his comedy, but in his book Zombie Spaceship Wasteland, he reveals a deeper side to his talent. Published on January 4, 2011, this collection of essays and memoirs is a window into Oswalt’s mind, one that is both brilliant and bizarre.
Unlike other celebrity memoirs, Zombie Spaceship Wasteland is not a chronological account of Oswalt’s life. Rather, he organizes the essays into three sections: ‘Zombie,’ ‘Spaceship,’ and ‘Wasteland.’ Each section tackles different themes in his life and career, ranging from his love for Dungeons & Dragons to his struggles with depression.
One of the highlights of the book is Oswalt’s wit and wordplay, which is on full display throughout the collection. Whether he is describing the absurdity of a televised dog show or belting out a hilarious song about his favorite fast food chain, Oswalt proves himself to be a master of storytelling.
But beyond the humor, there is also a lot of heart in Zombie Spaceship Wasteland. Oswalt is not afraid to tackle serious topics, like his mother’s death or the cultural impact of 9/11.
These essays are poignant and reflective, and they provide a much-needed counterbalance to the more comedic moments in the book. Despite its strengths, there are a few limitations to Zombie Spaceship Wasteland.
Some of the essays feel repetitive, and it would have been nice to see more variety in the themes explored. Additionally, readers who are not familiar with Oswalt’s work may find some of the references and jokes to be inaccessible.
Overall, however, Zombie Spaceship Wasteland is an excellent read. It’s funny, heartfelt, and endlessly entertaining.
It’s a book that will appeal to fans of comedy, memoirs, and pop culture aficionados. Readers who are looking for a fun and insightful escape from reality would do well to give this book a try.
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
