Writer David Sedaris tells of the giddiness he felt when he purchased a taxidermy's turkey head— attached to its foot. (2 1/2 minutes)
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Act Two: A Notion Apart
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Act Four: The Elephant In The Bedroom
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Act Four: Now We Are Five
David Sedaris comes from a big family, who for many years growing up, took annual vacations to the same beach house.
Act One: The Youth In Asia
When a pet dies, to what degree can it be replaced by another? And to what degree can pets replace people in our lives? David Sedaris tells this story of cats and dogs and other animals.
Act Four: Now We Are Five
David Sedaris comes from a big family, who for many years growing up, took annual vacations to the same beach house.