This thoroughly engaging and often hilarious story of the son of Russian immigrants and his journey from an austere childhood of truancy and survival on the streets of Manhattan's lower east side to ubiquitous recognition as a regular fixture in the world of Broadway musicals and TV sitcoms imparts an intimate look at the man behind the characters he portrayed. Written by his son, Paul Jr., this loving tribute brings the author's father back to life with all his talent, idiosyncrasies and humanity.
Paul Reed was familiar to baby boomers for his role as Captain Block of the fictional 53rd Precinct in the Bronx, on the television series, Car 54, Where Are You? This book proves there is more to the actor beyond the situation comedy that he is best known for. Written by his son, Paul Reed Jr., we get a glimpse of his personal life as a family man, star of Broadway stage plays, and tons of great never-before-published photos. And boy, what photos!
Martin Grams wrote a book about Car 54, Where Are You? and his brief biography of Paul Reed is not extensive. Reed's involvement with the television program, is extensive. This book, however, doesn't cover Car 54 much at all, so both books compliment each other. The chapter about Reed's television career working with Sid Caesar is hilarious and worth the cost of the book. And the price is not expensive, either.
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