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Dr. Burn's Prescription for Happiness by George Burns ➤ G.P. Putnam Son's 1984 First Edition
Dr. Burn's Prescription for Happiness by George Burns G.P. Putnam Son's 1984 First Edition
Title: Dr. Burn's Prescription for Happiness
Author: George Burns
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: G.P. Putnam Son's 1984
Edition: First Edition
ISBN 10: 0399129642
Size: 5.5 X 8.5 * 91 pages
Synopsis: From the Jacket: Has happiness had it in the Eighties? Are there any shortcuts to enjoying life? How can we survive all the aggravations around us? Will a hobby help? How about sex? What about a vacation? And who was it who said laughter is the best medicine? Not the AMA. Not the ancient Greeks. Not the Reverend Jerry Falwell. It was Dr. George Burns, that's who.
Better known as the world's most sensually exciting comedian, Dr. Burns numbers among his academic credentials a degree from the Cedars-Sinai Center for Hard Knocks-that distinguished medical school most famous for perfecting the operation that allows a surgeon to perform an arterial bypass and work on his topspin lob at the same time.
What is happiness, anyway? asks Dr. Burns. You can't see it. You can't touch it. You can't buy it on Rodeo Drive. But you can enjoy it, and the one sure proof of enjoyment is laughter. Lucky for you, in this invaluable how-to guide, Dr. Burns gives you every remedy he's acquired for tickling your funny bone and keeping you in stitches. What you're getting is his private medicine cabinet overflowing with personal observations, stories, and anecdotes about the ups and downs of life and how to deal with them.
A renowned actor, wit, and gold medalist in the luge competition at the Palm Springs Olympics, Dr. Burns has always been an advocate of the theory that happiness is a good martini, a good cigar, a good meal, and a good woman (or a bad woman, depending on just how much happiness you can take). Now he has expanded this theory into a book that will stand as the bible of the man who played God twice. So if you want to put on a happy face, strike up the band, and send in the clowns, even if it's stormy weather, pick up Dr. Burns' Prescription for Happiness. It's over-the- counter and you don't need an appointment.
Overall Condition: Very good: The book does not look new and has been read but is in excellent condition. There is no obvious damage to the cover the dust jacket (if applicable) is included for hard covers. There are no missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, and no underlining/highlighting of text or writing in the margins. It may have very minimal identifying marks on the inside cover as well as very minimal wear and tear; see images.
Secure shipping bubble-wrapped in a new box.
2026--U.S. shipping for this (Two Pounds Media Mail) is $5.22 with tracking.
Multiple items will be combined for the lowest shipping price.
International Shipping cost is based on the destination so inquire before buying. Mobile users must scroll to the bottom and click on 'use desktop site' to bring up the Ask a Question link which sends me an email.
(PLEASE CONTACT ME BEFORE MAKING ANY PAYMENT FROM OUTSIDE THE U.S.)
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Just about all the books are USED books. Some have been used more gently than others. Some have been in libraries and have typical library extras. Some are so old and/or interesting that they are being offered for the sake of preservation regardless of the condition they are in. If the condition of the book is very important to you, please feel free to click the 'Ask seller a question' link and I will tell you more.
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Title: Dr. Burn's Prescription for Happiness
Author: George Burns
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: G.P. Putnam Son's 1984
Edition: First Edition
ISBN 10: 0399129642
Size: 5.5 X 8.5 * 91 pages
Synopsis: From the Jacket: Has happiness had it in the Eighties? Are there any shortcuts to enjoying life? How can we survive all the aggravations around us? Will a hobby help? How about sex? What about a vacation? And who was it who said laughter is the best medicine? Not the AMA. Not the ancient Greeks. Not the Reverend Jerry Falwell. It was Dr. George Burns, that's who.
Better known as the world's most sensually exciting comedian, Dr. Burns numbers among his academic credentials a degree from the Cedars-Sinai Center for Hard Knocks-that distinguished medical school most famous for perfecting the operation that allows a surgeon to perform an arterial bypass and work on his topspin lob at the same time.
What is happiness, anyway? asks Dr. Burns. You can't see it. You can't touch it. You can't buy it on Rodeo Drive. But you can enjoy it, and the one sure proof of enjoyment is laughter. Lucky for you, in this invaluable how-to guide, Dr. Burns gives you every remedy he's acquired for tickling your funny bone and keeping you in stitches. What you're getting is his private medicine cabinet overflowing with personal observations, stories, and anecdotes about the ups and downs of life and how to deal with them.
A renowned actor, wit, and gold medalist in the luge competition at the Palm Springs Olympics, Dr. Burns has always been an advocate of the theory that happiness is a good martini, a good cigar, a good meal, and a good woman (or a bad woman, depending on just how much happiness you can take). Now he has expanded this theory into a book that will stand as the bible of the man who played God twice. So if you want to put on a happy face, strike up the band, and send in the clowns, even if it's stormy weather, pick up Dr. Burns' Prescription for Happiness. It's over-the- counter and you don't need an appointment.
Overall Condition: Very good: The book does not look new and has been read but is in excellent condition. There is no obvious damage to the cover the dust jacket (if applicable) is included for hard covers. There are no missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, and no underlining/highlighting of text or writing in the margins. It may have very minimal identifying marks on the inside cover as well as very minimal wear and tear; see images.
Secure shipping bubble-wrapped in a new box.
2026--U.S. shipping for this (Two Pounds Media Mail) is $5.22 with tracking.
Multiple items will be combined for the lowest shipping price.
International Shipping cost is based on the destination so inquire before buying. Mobile users must scroll to the bottom and click on 'use desktop site' to bring up the Ask a Question link which sends me an email.
(PLEASE CONTACT ME BEFORE MAKING ANY PAYMENT FROM OUTSIDE THE U.S.)
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Just about all the books are USED books. Some have been used more gently than others. Some have been in libraries and have typical library extras. Some are so old and/or interesting that they are being offered for the sake of preservation regardless of the condition they are in. If the condition of the book is very important to you, please feel free to click the 'Ask seller a question' link and I will tell you more.
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