One More Time

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Set against the backdrop of a Depression-era Hollywood neighborhood, the memoir explores Carol Burnett's challenging childhood marked by her eccentric grandmother, Nanny, and her alcoholic parents. It captures the blend of humor and heartache in her coming-of-age journey, highlighting her mother's dreams of stardom and the development of Burnett's own comedic talent. The narrative weaves through poignant memories, from joyful moments with her father to their heartbreaking final encounter in a sanatorium, illustrating resilience in the face of adversity.