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S. J. Perelman Humorist

  • Gender: Male
  • Citizenship: United States
  • Born: Feb 1, 1904
  • Died: Oct 17, 1979

Sidney Joseph Perelman, known as S. J. Perelman, was an American humorist, author, and screenwriter. He is best known for his humorous short pieces written over many years for The New Yorker. He also wrote for several other magazines, including Judge, as well as books, scripts, and screenplays. Perelman received an Academy Award for screenwriting in 1956.

He bit his lip in a manner which immediately awakened my maternal sympathy, and I helped him bite it. sympathy

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Thanksgiving November 28, 2024

The thankful receiver bears a plentiful harvest. 32 more views from William Blake

32 more views from William Blake

Drink and be thankful to the host! What seems insignificant when you have it, is important when you need it. 6 quotes from Franz Grillparzer

6 quotes from Franz Grillparzer

For what I have received may the Lord make me truly thankful. And more truly for what I have not received. 2 other wisdom & wit from Storm Jameson

2 other wisdom & wit from Storm Jameson

To give thanks in solitude is enough. Thanksgiving has wings and goes where it must go. Your prayer knows much more about it than you do. 73 more thoughts from Victor Hugo

73 more thoughts from Victor Hugo