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'Class Clown' looks back on Dave Barry's sometimes-dark past with his trademark humor

^{Published on 2025-05-10 10:51:29 - NPR}

Dave Barry says he's always been the "class clown." His new book looks back at his "first 77 years," examining the funny but also the tragic. NPR's Scott Simon speaks to the Pulitzer Prize winner.

Dave Barry, the renowned humorist, reflects on his past as a class clown in a new memoir, blending his trademark humor with more serious undertones about his life. In the book, Barry discusses his childhood antics, his struggles with school, and how these experiences shaped his career in comedy and writing. He also touches on darker aspects of his past, including personal challenges and family issues, all while maintaining a humorous perspective that has endeared him to fans for decades. The memoir not only entertains but also provides a deeper understanding of the man behind the laughs.

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'Class Clown' looks back on Dave Barry's sometimes-dark past with his trademark humor