... earth" (Adam F. Kay, Boston Book Review). His over-the-top sarcasm, cynicism, and droll, trenchant humor combine to turn his either very trivial, or absolutely mortifying experiences into "widly entertaining art." (Rob Stout Providence Journal) The essays begin in North Carolina, where fifth grader David "Thedarith" endures his speech therapy with Miss Chrissy Samson, and skillfully avoids his sibilate s through the ... . He dreams of becoming a famous artist and being able to "spend his days in the company of naked men" and attempts numerous art classes and fails miserably. He becomes a...

• Word Count: 964
• Approx Pages: 4
• Grade Level: Undergraduate