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Laurie Woolever is a writer, editor, and Anthony Bourdain’s longtime assistant and collaborator. She co-authored the cookbook 'Appetites' with Bourdain and has written for numerous publications including The New York Times and GQ.
Known for: Bourdain: The Definitive Oral Biography
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Bourdain: The Definitive Oral Biography
An intimate and comprehensive oral biography of Anthony Bourdain, compiled by his longtime collaborator Laurie Woolever. The book gathers voices from Bourdain’s family, friends, and colleagues to paint a vivid portrait of his life, career, and enduring cultural impact.
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Early Life and Family
Anthony Bourdain’s early years in Leonia, New Jersey form the foundation of his restless curiosity. Through interviews with his younger brother Christopher and childhood friends, we see a boy captivated by comic books, monster movies, and the thrill of rebellion. His mother, Gladys, a demanding New ...
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Culinary Beginnings
Bourdain’s first steps into restaurants were messy and transformative. His colleagues from those early days remember him not as a prodigious chef but as someone both ambitious and self-destructive. After attending Vassar for a short period, he dropped out and found refuge in the rough rhythms of kit...
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About Laurie Woolever
Laurie Woolever is a writer, editor, and Anthony Bourdain’s longtime assistant and collaborator. She co-authored the cookbook 'Appetites' with Bourdain and has written for numerous publications including The New York Times and GQ.
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