Jillette, Penn
Overview
| Works: | 164 works in 479 publications in 2 languages and 12,120 library holdings |
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| Genres: | Animated films Drama Children's films Juvenile works Computer animation films Fantasy films Humor Comedy films Musical films Documentary films |
| Roles: | Author, Host, Author of screenplay, Narrator, Producer, Instrumentalist, Actor, Director, Scenarist, Interviewee, Performer |
| Classifications: | PN1997, 791.4372 |
Publication Timeline
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Most widely held works about
Penn Jillette
- Presto! : how I made over 100 pounds magically disappear and other magical tales by Penn Jillette( Book )
- Presto! : how I made over 100 pounds disappear and other magical tales by Penn Jillette( )
- Presto! : how I made over 100 pounds disappear and other magical tales by Penn Jillette( )
- God, no! : signs you may already be an atheist and other magical tales by Penn Jillette( Book )
- The greats of modern magic( Visual )
- Fantasia 2000 by Walt Disney( Visual )
- God, no! : signs you may already be an atheist and other magical tales by Penn Jillette( Recording )
- Fantasia 2000( Visual )
- [Interview of comedian Penn Jillette on the magic tricks performed by Penn and Teller] by Penn Jillette( Recording )
- Penn & Teller( )
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Most widely held works by
Penn Jillette
Toy story(
Visual
)
10 editions published between 1995 and 2011 in English and held by 1,314 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Woody, the cowboy (Tom Hanks), and Buzz Lightyear, a space ranger (Tim Allen), are rival toys until they must work together to escape the toy-torturing boy next door
10 editions published between 1995 and 2011 in English and held by 1,314 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Woody, the cowboy (Tom Hanks), and Buzz Lightyear, a space ranger (Tim Allen), are rival toys until they must work together to escape the toy-torturing boy next door
Tim's Vermeer by
Teller(
Visual
)
40 editions published between 2013 and 2014 in English and held by 1,112 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Tim Jenison, a Texas-based inventor, attempts to solve one of the greatest mysteries in all art: How did seventeenth century Dutch Master Johannes Vermeer manage to paint so photo-realistically, 150 years before the invention of photography? Spanning ten years, his adventure takes him to Delft, Holland, where Vermeer painted his masterpieces, to the north coast of Yorkshire to meet artist David Hockney, and even to Buckingham Palace to see a Vermeer masterpiece in the collection of the Queen
40 editions published between 2013 and 2014 in English and held by 1,112 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Tim Jenison, a Texas-based inventor, attempts to solve one of the greatest mysteries in all art: How did seventeenth century Dutch Master Johannes Vermeer manage to paint so photo-realistically, 150 years before the invention of photography? Spanning ten years, his adventure takes him to Delft, Holland, where Vermeer painted his masterpieces, to the north coast of Yorkshire to meet artist David Hockney, and even to Buckingham Palace to see a Vermeer masterpiece in the collection of the Queen
Fantasia ; Fantasia 2000 by
Steve Martin(
Visual
)
3 editions published between 2010 and 2012 in English and held by 842 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Fantasia: Features a blend of animation set to classical music, and live action scenes of the orchestra. Pieces include: Toccata and Fugue in D Minor by Johann Sebastian Bach, The Nutcracker Suite by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, The Sorcerer's Apprentice by Paul Dukas, The Rite of Spring by Igor Stravinsky, The Pastoral Symphony by Ludwig van Beethoven, Dance of the Hours by Amilcare Ponchielli, Night on Bald Mountain by Modeste Moussorgsky, and Ave Maria by Franz Schubert
3 editions published between 2010 and 2012 in English and held by 842 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Fantasia: Features a blend of animation set to classical music, and live action scenes of the orchestra. Pieces include: Toccata and Fugue in D Minor by Johann Sebastian Bach, The Nutcracker Suite by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, The Sorcerer's Apprentice by Paul Dukas, The Rite of Spring by Igor Stravinsky, The Pastoral Symphony by Ludwig van Beethoven, Dance of the Hours by Amilcare Ponchielli, Night on Bald Mountain by Modeste Moussorgsky, and Ave Maria by Franz Schubert
God, no! : signs you may already be an atheist and other magical tales by
Penn Jillette(
Book
)
6 editions published between 2011 and 2014 in English and held by 756 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The outspoken half of magic duo Penn & Teller presents an atheist reinterpretation of the Ten Commandments, discussing why doubt, skepticism, and wonder should be celebrated and offering humorous stories from his own experiences
6 editions published between 2011 and 2014 in English and held by 756 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The outspoken half of magic duo Penn & Teller presents an atheist reinterpretation of the Ten Commandments, discussing why doubt, skepticism, and wonder should be celebrated and offering humorous stories from his own experiences
Every day is an atheist holiday! : more magical tales from the author of God, no! by
Penn Jillette(
Book
)
7 editions published between 2012 and 2014 in English and held by 599 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A collection of spiritual observations and complaints riffs on such topics as Christmas carols, children's birthday parties, and ridiculous holiday celebrations
7 editions published between 2012 and 2014 in English and held by 599 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A collection of spiritual observations and complaints riffs on such topics as Christmas carols, children's birthday parties, and ridiculous holiday celebrations
Sock by
Penn Jillette(
Book
)
3 editions published in 2004 in English and held by 321 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A sock monkey narrates the story of a NYPD diver who finds the body of a dead woman (and former lover) in the waters off New York City and joins forces with the victim's best friend, a gay hairdresser, to find her killer
3 editions published in 2004 in English and held by 321 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A sock monkey narrates the story of a NYPD diver who finds the body of a dead woman (and former lover) in the waters off New York City and joins forces with the victim's best friend, a gay hairdresser, to find her killer
Spider-Man, Deadpool by
Scott Aukerman(
Book
)
4 editions published in 2017 in English and held by 316 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"When Deadpool goes Hollywood, he's sure to bring his wall-crawling bud along for the ride--after all, Spidey is no stranger to selling out! In the proud DP tradition, a "lost" issue of Amazing Spider-Man flashes us back to one of our pun-happy pair's earliest meetings! Then, Spidey and Deadpool meet Penn and Teller, for reals, in a tale penned by Penn himself! When both our heroes are alone for the holidays, that means they're the only ones who can save Christmas! And when another of those crazy events rocks the Marvel Universe, the web-slinger uses all his powers (and responsibilities) to fight the Monsters Unleashed--while Deadpool is about as helpful as he usually is. It's the team-up series where anything can happen--and does!" -- cover
4 editions published in 2017 in English and held by 316 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"When Deadpool goes Hollywood, he's sure to bring his wall-crawling bud along for the ride--after all, Spidey is no stranger to selling out! In the proud DP tradition, a "lost" issue of Amazing Spider-Man flashes us back to one of our pun-happy pair's earliest meetings! Then, Spidey and Deadpool meet Penn and Teller, for reals, in a tale penned by Penn himself! When both our heroes are alone for the holidays, that means they're the only ones who can save Christmas! And when another of those crazy events rocks the Marvel Universe, the web-slinger uses all his powers (and responsibilities) to fight the Monsters Unleashed--while Deadpool is about as helpful as he usually is. It's the team-up series where anything can happen--and does!" -- cover
The aristocrats by
Paul Provenza(
Visual
)
14 editions published between 2005 and 2010 in English and French and held by 302 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Comedy veterans, Penn Jillette and Paul Provenza, use their insider status and invite over 100 of their closest friends to reminisce, analyze, deconstruct and deliver their own versions of the world's dirtiest joke. The joke is old burlesque and too extreme to be performed in public. It's called The Aristocrats
14 editions published between 2005 and 2010 in English and French and held by 302 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Comedy veterans, Penn Jillette and Paul Provenza, use their insider status and invite over 100 of their closest friends to reminisce, analyze, deconstruct and deliver their own versions of the world's dirtiest joke. The joke is old burlesque and too extreme to be performed in public. It's called The Aristocrats
How to cheat your friends at poker : the wisdom of Dickie Richard by
Penn Jillette(
Book
)
2 editions published in 2005 in English and held by 295 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A guide based on the authors' conversations with a wealthy old-time hustler counsels players on how to profitably cheat during poker games with friends, covering such tactics as marking cards, stashing holdouts, and targeting opponents
2 editions published in 2005 in English and held by 295 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A guide based on the authors' conversations with a wealthy old-time hustler counsels players on how to profitably cheat during poker games with friends, covering such tactics as marking cards, stashing holdouts, and targeting opponents
Misery loves comedy(
Visual
)
3 editions published in 2015 in English and held by 272 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Más de cincuenta personas divertidas norteamericanas (cineastas, escritores, actores y cómicos) comparten su vida, viajes profesionales y puntos de vista en un esfuerzo para arrojar luz sobre la tesis: ¿hay que ser miserable para ser gracioso?
3 editions published in 2015 in English and held by 272 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Más de cincuenta personas divertidas norteamericanas (cineastas, escritores, actores y cómicos) comparten su vida, viajes profesionales y puntos de vista en un esfuerzo para arrojar luz sobre la tesis: ¿hay que ser miserable para ser gracioso?
Penn & Teller: B.S.!(
Visual
)
22 editions published between 2004 and 2006 in English and held by 259 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Penn and Teller debunk a number of dubious enterprises, including PETA, the war on drugs, the myth of monogamy, twelve-step programs, the FCC's crusade against profanity, the New Age movement, the anti-aging industry, recycling, Biblical claims, the exercise industry, and hypnosis
22 editions published between 2004 and 2006 in English and held by 259 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Penn and Teller debunk a number of dubious enterprises, including PETA, the war on drugs, the myth of monogamy, twelve-step programs, the FCC's crusade against profanity, the New Age movement, the anti-aging industry, recycling, Biblical claims, the exercise industry, and hypnosis
Penn & Teller's how to play in traffic by
Penn Jillette(
Book
)
5 editions published in 1997 in English and held by 256 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The celebrity authors of "How to Play with Your Food" take pranks on the road in a fiendishly funny compendium of traveling mischief that includes practical jokes, miracles, and anecdotes. Travel has has never been so much fun!
5 editions published in 1997 in English and held by 256 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The celebrity authors of "How to Play with Your Food" take pranks on the road in a fiendishly funny compendium of traveling mischief that includes practical jokes, miracles, and anecdotes. Travel has has never been so much fun!
An honest liar by
Chenggong Zheng(
Visual
)
5 editions published between 2014 and 2016 in English and held by 252 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"An Honest Liar tells the story of the world-famous magician, escape artist and enemy of deception, James 'The Amazing' Randi. He devised intricate invesigations exposing the 'miracles' of psychics, faith healers and con-artists. A master deceiver who came out of the the closet [at] 81, Randi created fictional characters, fake psychics, and even turned his partner of 25 years, the artist Jose Alvarez, into a sham guru named Carlos. But when a shocking revelation in Randi's personal life is discovered, it isn't clear whether Randi is still the deceiver--or the deceived"--Container
5 editions published between 2014 and 2016 in English and held by 252 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"An Honest Liar tells the story of the world-famous magician, escape artist and enemy of deception, James 'The Amazing' Randi. He devised intricate invesigations exposing the 'miracles' of psychics, faith healers and con-artists. A master deceiver who came out of the the closet [at] 81, Randi created fictional characters, fake psychics, and even turned his partner of 25 years, the artist Jose Alvarez, into a sham guru named Carlos. But when a shocking revelation in Randi's personal life is discovered, it isn't clear whether Randi is still the deceiver--or the deceived"--Container
The worst-case scenario survival handbook by
Joshua Piven(
Recording
)
11 editions published between 2001 and 2013 in English and held by 242 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Experts provide step-by-step instructions for escaping from, avoiding, or surviving such dangerous travel situations as an airplane crash, a volcanic eruption, a piranha-infested river, a plummeting elevator, and a UFO abduction
11 editions published between 2001 and 2013 in English and held by 242 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Experts provide step-by-step instructions for escaping from, avoiding, or surviving such dangerous travel situations as an airplane crash, a volcanic eruption, a piranha-infested river, a plummeting elevator, and a UFO abduction
Penn & Teller's how to play with your food by
Penn Jillette(
Book
)
5 editions published in 1992 in English and held by 198 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
5 editions published in 1992 in English and held by 198 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Plant-based nutrition by
Julieanna Hever(
Book
)
3 editions published in 2018 in English and held by 196 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Packed with 45 meatless recipes and a wealth of information on the most nutrient-dense foods, genuine supplement needs, and more, this helpful guide gives you everything you need to know about the advantages of a plant-based diet. Whether you're vegan, vegetarian, or omnivore, what you eat affects your well-being. And the science shows that a diet rich in whole, plant-based foods can help your body thrive. In fact, a growing number of physicians advocate a completely plant-based diet for many of their patients who suffer from diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. Getting your nutrition from plant-based foods is one of the best things you can do for yourself-and it's easier than you might think!"--publisher's website
3 editions published in 2018 in English and held by 196 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Packed with 45 meatless recipes and a wealth of information on the most nutrient-dense foods, genuine supplement needs, and more, this helpful guide gives you everything you need to know about the advantages of a plant-based diet. Whether you're vegan, vegetarian, or omnivore, what you eat affects your well-being. And the science shows that a diet rich in whole, plant-based foods can help your body thrive. In fact, a growing number of physicians advocate a completely plant-based diet for many of their patients who suffer from diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. Getting your nutrition from plant-based foods is one of the best things you can do for yourself-and it's easier than you might think!"--publisher's website
Behind the scenes : [the complete series](
Visual
)
6 editions published between 2002 and 2003 in English and held by 195 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Focuses on the creative process behind the visual and performing arts. Goes behind the scenes with renowned artists and performers, covering fields of painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, music, dance and theater
6 editions published between 2002 and 2003 in English and held by 195 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Focuses on the creative process behind the visual and performing arts. Goes behind the scenes with renowned artists and performers, covering fields of painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, music, dance and theater
The golden rule of schmoozing : the authentic practice of treating others well by
Aye Jaye(
Recording
)
10 editions published between 1998 and 2014 in English and held by 182 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Learn how to schmooze your boss, co-workers and customers, endear yourself using "chatch" and "schmick", schmooze for love, make your first impression a positive, lasting one, and to develop happier, healthier interpersonal relationships
10 editions published between 1998 and 2014 in English and held by 182 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Learn how to schmooze your boss, co-workers and customers, endear yourself using "chatch" and "schmick", schmooze for love, make your first impression a positive, lasting one, and to develop happier, healthier interpersonal relationships
Julie Taymor : setting a scene(
Visual
)
3 editions published in 1992 in English and held by 181 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A visit with theater director Julie Taymor who gives children a glimpse of her at work staging scenes from The Tempest. The children are also given a taste of the kind of visual theater created by using puppets, masks and music
3 editions published in 1992 in English and held by 181 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A visit with theater director Julie Taymor who gives children a glimpse of her at work staging scenes from The Tempest. The children are also given a taste of the kind of visual theater created by using puppets, masks and music
Penn & Teller's magic and mystery tour(
Visual
)
3 editions published in 2005 in English and held by 173 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Penn and Teller tour China, Egypt and India witnessing astounding feats of magic and other inexplicable things
3 editions published in 2005 in English and held by 173 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Penn and Teller tour China, Egypt and India witnessing astounding feats of magic and other inexplicable things
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Related Identities
- Teller Producer Director Author of screenplay Author Host Actor
- Hanks, Tom Actor
- Rickles, Don Actor
- Metcalf, Laurie 1955- Actor
- Meyer, Muffie Production personnel Producer Director Editor
- Hockney, David Interviewee Performer Actor
- Vermeer, Johannes 1632-1675
- Learning Designs (Firm) Producer
- Hovde, Ellen Producer Director Editor Author
- Sony Pictures Classics (Firm)
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American wit and humor Animals Atheism Burlesque (Theater) Camera obscuras Cardsharping Comedians Deadpool--(Fictitious character) Deception Drama in education Friendship Gay men Group problem solving Health Hoaxes Impostors and imposture Jillette, Penn Lightyear, Buzz--(Fictitious character) Magic Magicians Mouse, Mickey--(Fictitious character) Murder victims Music New York (State)--New York Overweight men Painting, Dutch Painting--Technique Performing arts Poker Police divers Practical jokes Psychics Pull toys Puppet theater in education Randi, James Reducing diets Religion Spider-Man--(Fictitious character) Superheroes Survival Swindlers and swindling Toys Travel Tricks United States Vermeer, Johannes, Weight loss Wit and humor Wizards Women--Crimes against
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Alternative Names
Fraser Jillette, Penn 1955-
Jilette, Fraser
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