Clive James
AustraliawriterMaleb. 19399.0Global Dominance: 0.01%Clive James was an Australian author, critic, and television presenter known for his astute commentary on literature and popular culture. His work often combined humor with insightful analysis, making him a beloved figure in literary circles. James's memorable quips, such as his skeptical take on a prominent author's blurb for a lackluster book, showcased his talent for wit and his keen understanding of the publishing industry.
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Australian writer Clive James wrote a rollicking series of stories from his youth called Unreliable Memoirs.
The Belle Burden controversy: Can we trust ‘Strangers’?Australia· 2026-06-01
Clive James wrote a review stating that Wuthering Heights is the blithering pits.
The perfect name, on the face of itAustralia· 2026-02-16
Clive James was fond of quoting a maxim coined by Martina Navratilova about playing well under pressure.
Tennis philosophy: Forget the forehandsAustralia· 2026-02-03
Clive James is an author known for his work that captures the grit required to succeed in a foreign land.
How a boy from the western suburbs conquered Covent GardenAustralia· 2026-02-01
Clive James was a writer who had a notable saying about humor that Anne Reid quotes in her interview.
Anne Reid on fame, desire and ambition at 90: ‘The most wonderful things have happened since I was 68!’ | Anne Reid
United Kingdom· 2025-07-07
Clive James is mentioned as part of the group of Australians who have succeeded in London.
Ange Postecoglou’s joyful, uncertain triumph in LondonAustralia· 2025-05-24
Clive James compared Schwarzenegger to a 'brown condom stuffed with walnuts' in a BBC series.
Dosije „Terminator" ili priča o čeličnoj volji: Kako je Arnold Švarceneger osvojio svet
Serbia· 2025-05-11
Clive James recalls as a youth leaving his bicycle carelessly at the side of the house, only for the unfortunate dunny cart man to trip over it.
Back in time for some funny dunny storiesAustralia· 2025-05-05
Clive James is mentioned as the recipient of the marijuana shipment.
Over 10 lbs of marijuana found in barrel at Laparkan wharf
Guyana· 2025-03-14
Clive James poetically described Reg Gasnier's playing style with admiration.
Centre is now least important position on rugby league fieldAustralia· 2025-02-11
Clive James delivered a humorous remark about book blurbs.
The extreme measures writers take for a killer book blurbAustralia· 2025-02-11
