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Number One Is Walking: My Life in the Movies and Other Diversions

written by Steve Martin, drawings by Harry Bliss

NUMBER ONE IS WALKING is Steve Martin’s cinematic legacy --- an illustrated memoir of his legendary acting career, with stories from his most popular films and artwork by New Yorker cartoonist Harry Bliss.

Steve Martin has never written about his career in the movies before. In NUMBER ONE IS WALKING, he shares anecdotes from the sets of his beloved films --- Father of the Bride, Roxanne, The Jerk, Three Amigos and many more --- bringing readers directly into his world. He shares charming tales of antics, moments of inspiration and exploits with the likes of Paul McCartney, Diane Keaton, Robin Williams and Chevy Chase. Martin details his 40 years in the movie biz, as well as his stand-up comedy, banjo playing, writing and cartooning, all with his unparalleled wit.

With gorgeously illustrated cartoons and single-panel “diversions” in Steve and Harry’s signature style, NUMBER ONE IS WALKING is full of the everyday moments that make up a movie star’s life, capturing Steve Martin’s singular humor and acclaimed career in film. The perfect gift from the team who brought you the #1 New York Times bestseller A WEALTH OF PIGEONS.

Number One Is Walking: My Life in the Movies and Other Diversions
written by Steve Martin, drawings by Harry Bliss

  • Publication Date: November 15, 2022
  • Genres: Memoir, Nonfiction
  • Hardcover: 256 pages
  • Publisher: Celadon Books
  • ISBN-10: 1250815290
  • ISBN-13: 9781250815293