B is for Beer
Oh my god, oh my god, oh my god! Am I dreaming? Pinch me!
Monday, May 18
Powell's Books presents…
TOM ROBBINS
Presenting his newest release B IS FOR BEER
Doors at 6 p.m.; event at 7 p.m. | $18 advance and day of event; includes a copy of the book | All ages welcome
http://www.mcmenamins.com/index.php?loc=9&id=1117&eventid=70131
As Robbins describes it, "An adult book for children, a children's book for adults" that tells the story of the history and culture of beer through the eyes of the young, charming and precocious Gracie Perkel. Complete with original art by Robbins' long-time illustrator and the quirky humor, zen insight and memorable characters that will delight his legions of fans, B IS FOR BEER is Robbins for all ages.
A children's book about beer? Yes, believe it or not - but B IS FOR BEER is a book for adults, and bear in mind that it's the work of maverick best-selling novelist Tom Robbins, internationally known for his ability to both seriously illuminate and comically entertain.
Once upon a time (right about now) there was a planet (how about this one?) whose inhabitants consumed thirty-six billion gallons of beer each year (it's a fact, you can Google it). Affected, each in his or her own way, by all the bubbles, burps and foam, was a smart, wide-eyed, adventurous kindergartner named Gracie; her distracted mommy; her insensitive dad; her nonconformist uncle; and a magical, butt-kicking intruder from a world within our world.
Populated by the aforementioned characters -- and as charming as it may be subversive -- B IS FOR BEER involves readers, young and old, in a surprising, far-reaching investigation into the limits of reality, the transformative power of children, and, of course, the ultimate meaning of a tall, cold brewski.
And yes, McMenamins ales will be on sale throughout the presentation, along with wine, spirits, pizza and more.
I am so there! Who is coming with me???
Monday, May 18
Powell's Books presents…
TOM ROBBINS
Presenting his newest release B IS FOR BEER
Doors at 6 p.m.; event at 7 p.m. | $18 advance and day of event; includes a copy of the book | All ages welcome
http://www.mcmenamins.com/index.php?loc=9&id=1117&eventid=70131
As Robbins describes it, "An adult book for children, a children's book for adults" that tells the story of the history and culture of beer through the eyes of the young, charming and precocious Gracie Perkel. Complete with original art by Robbins' long-time illustrator and the quirky humor, zen insight and memorable characters that will delight his legions of fans, B IS FOR BEER is Robbins for all ages.
A children's book about beer? Yes, believe it or not - but B IS FOR BEER is a book for adults, and bear in mind that it's the work of maverick best-selling novelist Tom Robbins, internationally known for his ability to both seriously illuminate and comically entertain.
Once upon a time (right about now) there was a planet (how about this one?) whose inhabitants consumed thirty-six billion gallons of beer each year (it's a fact, you can Google it). Affected, each in his or her own way, by all the bubbles, burps and foam, was a smart, wide-eyed, adventurous kindergartner named Gracie; her distracted mommy; her insensitive dad; her nonconformist uncle; and a magical, butt-kicking intruder from a world within our world.
Populated by the aforementioned characters -- and as charming as it may be subversive -- B IS FOR BEER involves readers, young and old, in a surprising, far-reaching investigation into the limits of reality, the transformative power of children, and, of course, the ultimate meaning of a tall, cold brewski.
And yes, McMenamins ales will be on sale throughout the presentation, along with wine, spirits, pizza and more.
I am so there! Who is coming with me???