David Sedaris
David Raymond Sedaris is an American humorist, comedian, author, and radio contributor. He gained national recognition in 1992 when his essay 'Santaland Diaries' was broadcast on NPR. Known for his sardonic, autobiographical essays and short stories, his work often explores themes of family, identity, travel, and the absurdities of everyday life with a mix of dry humor and self-deprecation.
Awards
['Thurber Prize for American Humor', 'Terry Southern Prize for Humor', 'Jonathan Swift International Literature Prize for Satire and Humor', 'Medal for Spoken Language (American Academy of Arts and Letters)', 'Obie Award']
Notable Works
['Barrel Fever', 'Naked', 'Me Talk Pretty One Day', 'Dress Your Family in Corduroy and Denim', 'When You Are Engulfed in Flames', 'Calypso', 'Happy-Go-Lucky']
