David Sedaris Mocks the Holidays, Again
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Writer David Sedaris has performed a public reading of his classic holiday essay, "The Santaland Diaries."
The event continues his long tradition. Sedaris first wrote the essay about his time working as an elf at a New York department store.
The reading is a seasonal favorite for many fans. The essay is known for its dark humor. It offers a sharp, funny critique of the commercial side of Christmas.
Sedaris is a bestselling author and frequent contributor to public radio. His live readings are popular events, often selling out.