Matt Taibbi

Rank 28 of 47

Score -7

@BorisVeysman I guess he’s a little inaccessible, but it’s too bad…. some of his stuff was so funny. That bit where he gives advice to American spies (no disguise, just get the rocket scientist drunk, hand him a napkin, and say, “Sketch a few formulas”) still makes me laugh.

8/2/2024, 12:55:21 AM

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Dugout stogie

@BorisVeysman

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@mtaibbi My dad grew up in Soviet Estonia and Dovlatov was one of his heroes. I've tried to turn all of my American friends on to Dovlatov and none of them thinks he's as funny as I do. Poor bastards

Matt Taibbi

@mtaibbi

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Americans who want a very funny introduction to what late Soviet life was like should read Dovlatov’s “The Suitcase,” which has a newish translation out:

WilliamStone945,

@WStone945

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@mtaibbi In Dovlatov’s books no two words in any sentence start with the same letter. That was his thing.

The statement is part of a broader conversation about the humor in Russian literature, specifically focusing on the works of Sergei Dovlatov. The tone is lighthearted and appreciative, reflecting on the humor found in Dovlatov's writing. The intent is to share a personal anecdote and express a sense of regret that more people do not appreciate Dovlatov's humor. The content is non-controversial and centers around literary appreciation.

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