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  • All over the Map

  • Rambles and Ruminations from the Canadian Road
  • Written by: Ron James
  • Narrated by: Ron James
  • Length: 8 hrs and 24 mins
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (59 ratings)

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All over the Map

Written by: Ron James
Narrated by: Ron James
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Publisher's Summary

Canada's most verbally virtuosic comic makes his literary debut - and he's just as richly uproariously funny on audio as on stage.

His legion of fans - the ones who ensure his every show the length and breadth of Canada is sold out - recognize Ron James as one of the great stand-ups of his generation. His seemingly improvisational flights of fancy - no two shows are ever the same - are crammed with inventive phrase-making, feature a vocabulary Donald Trump could only fantasize about and put every word into the service of uproarious comedy.

He sounds like a man born to write a great book - and now at last he has. But this is a book he has been writing for most of his life, in his head, in his car, while driving from gig to gig.

In All over the Map, Ron has brilliantly captured the voice that has enthralled millions on stage and screen. He also lets up a little on the usually relentless laughs (though there are still plenty of those) to reveal a new dimension to his beloved showbiz character. His hilarious reminiscences of growing up in Nova Scotia and his early struggles as an aspiring comic, his reveries on such topics as family, country, celebrity, and lessons learned from myriad chance encounters will deepen our appreciation for this great comic and win him many new fans in his new role as author.

©2021 Ron James (P)2021 Doubleday Canada

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Absolutely brilliant!

This guy is one of the funniest people I've ever heard. Do yourself a favour and get this book.

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never disappoints

Love love Ron James and his comedic skills. Whether seeing him in person, on TV or listening to his audiobooks, I am always guaranteed a great time that evokes laughter from the depths of my soul.

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Ron James is Canadian Gold

This book, read in a terrific performance by Ron James, is funny and sharp and provoking in the best way. Loved it!

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Non-Stop Entertainment!

I’m a huge Ron James fan and this book did not disappoint. Ron has a way with words like no other - perfect stories acted out amid poetic alliteration and hilarious analogies. Ron is a Canadian treasure. I can’t wait to listen again!

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As awesome as I thought

I’m so pleased to have gotten to hear the book narrated by Ron himself. He’s been one of my favourite comedians for years. The book is right good Ron!!

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Laughed out loud too many times to count

A true treat to hear Ron James himself ruminate Olin his life and experiences as only Ron James could. As I listened; I found myself bursting into laughter while people passed by and pretended not to notice! Ron would be proud!

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Exceptional!

I have seen Ron James perform several times, and bought the book. But the man has a rhythm, a cadence, that only his voice can deliver...so I did not hesitate to buy this Audible book. It was akin to seeing him in person...with multiple bursts of hysterical laughter so loud, my neighbours thought I was throwing a party. a
And I was, with Ron's voice booming through the apartment, and me left agape in awe and screaming with laughter. I made the right choice for my first Audible book...I will cherish this audiobook from the best comedian and one of the finest comic minds. Thank you, Ron, for years of fun...this book will be replayed over and over for more fun.💕

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so entertaining

enjoyed immensely. It was full of belly laughs but also great insight to the life of a comedian.

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Excellent

In his own inimitable style Ron has provided a raucous, hilarious coverage of not only comedy but this broad country of Canada! I enjoyed every word spoken in a way that only Ron James could! Thanks for thisRon!

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Entertaining and heartwarming

Loved it! Great stories related by the author in his own inimitable, entertaining, and laugh provoking style.

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