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Dave Barry

1947 - Today

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David McAlister Barry (born July 3, 1947) is an American author and columnist who wrote a nationally syndicated humor column for the Miami Herald from 1983 to 2005. He has also written numerous books of humor and parody, as well as comic novels and children's novels. Read more on Wikipedia

Since 2007, the English Wikipedia page of Dave Barry has received more than 1,154,298 page views. His biography is available in 16 different languages on Wikipedia. Dave Barry is the 6,949th most popular writer (down from 6,234th in 2019), the 15,157th most popular biography from United States (down from 13,876th in 2019) and the 1,082nd most popular American Writer.

Memorability Metrics

  • 1.2M

    Page Views (PV)

  • 36.11

    Historical Popularity Index (HPI)

  • 16

    Languages Editions (L)

  • 1.41

    Effective Languages (L*)

  • 3.63

    Coefficient of Variation (CV)

Notable Works

Chicken Soup for the Pet Lover's Soul
Human-animal relationships, Pet owners, Pets, anecdotes
Animals bring out the goodness, humanity and optimism in people and speak directly to our souls. This joyous, inspiring and entertaining Chicken Soup collection relates the unique bonds between animals and the people whose lives they've changed. Such as the dolphins who helped a paralyzed woman heal when doctors offered little hope; the dog who brought life into a failing marriage; the kitten who helped a mother mourn; and the flying squirrel who taught a man the power of laughter. Packed with celebrity pet-lore, Chicken Soup for the Soul relates the unconditional love, loyalty, courage and companionship that only animals possess. Just like our furry, feathered and four-legged friends, this enchanting book will bring a smile to any pet lover's face ... and it's housebroken!
1998
Tricky business
Ocean travel, Storms, Fiction
An unusual assortment of passengers, including Fay Benton, a cocktail waitress and single mother, and hired killer Lou Tarrant embark on a voyage aboard the Extravaganza of the Seas, a gambling ship with another mysterious function.
2002
A second chicken soup for the woman's soul
Women, Anecdotes, Conduct of life
There are many ways to define a woman: daughter, mother, wife, professional, friend, student... We are each special and unique, yet we share a common connection. What bonds all women are our mutual experiences of loving and learning: feeling the tenderness of love; forging lifelong friendships; pursuing a chosen career; giving birth to new life; juggling the responsibilities of job and family, and more. This shining collection brings you inspiration and comfort in special chapters on marriage, motherhood, aging, bridging the generations, attitude, self-esteem and higher wisdom. Stories honor the strength and reveal the beauty of the feminine spirit. Included are incredible stories from Oprah Winfrey, Leo Buscaglia, Linda Ellerbee, Robert Fulghum, Kathie Lee Gifford and many others. Whether you are a career woman or a stay-at-home mom, a teenager or a senior, a young woman just starting out or a woman of the world, this delightful book will be a treasured companion for many years to come.
1996
Peter and the Starcatchers
Characters in literature, Humorous stories, Magic
Le jeune Peter et quatre de ses amis quittent la maison de redressement pour embarquer de force sur le Never Land. A bord, Molly montre à Peter une malle remplie de poussière d'étoiles qui permet de voler. Ils unissent leurs forces pour la protéger du pirate Black Stache. Premier épisode d'une série sur la rencontre de Peter et Stache, les futurs Peter Pan et capitaine Crochet.
2004
Big Trouble
Embezzlement, Nuclear weapons, Murder
A slapstick thriller set in Florida, featuring oddball characters. They include a homeless man who lives in a tree, a student with a squirt gun playing a game called Killer, a couple of real killers, and a terrorist with a nuclear bomb in a suitcase.
1999
Chicken Soup for the Mother's Soul
Literary collections, Mothers, Motherhood
A collection of inspirational writings offering words of wisdom, hope, and empowerment for mothers.
1997
Big Trouble
Embezzlement, Nuclear weapons, Murder
A slapstick thriller set in Florida, featuring oddball characters. They include a homeless man who lives in a tree, a student with a squirt gun playing a game called Killer, a couple of real killers, and a terrorist with a nuclear bomb in a suitcase.
1999
Chicken Soup for the Pet Lover's Soul
Human-animal relationships, Pet owners, Pets, anecdotes
Animals bring out the goodness, humanity and optimism in people and speak directly to our souls. This joyous, inspiring and entertaining Chicken Soup collection relates the unique bonds between animals and the people whose lives they've changed. Such as the dolphins who helped a paralyzed woman heal when doctors offered little hope; the dog who brought life into a failing marriage; the kitten who helped a mother mourn; and the flying squirrel who taught a man the power of laughter. Packed with celebrity pet-lore, Chicken Soup for the Soul relates the unconditional love, loyalty, courage and companionship that only animals possess. Just like our furry, feathered and four-legged friends, this enchanting book will bring a smile to any pet lover's face ... and it's housebroken!
1998
Peter and the Starcatchers
Characters in literature, Humorous stories, Magic
Le jeune Peter et quatre de ses amis quittent la maison de redressement pour embarquer de force sur le Never Land. A bord, Molly montre à Peter une malle remplie de poussière d'étoiles qui permet de voler. Ils unissent leurs forces pour la protéger du pirate Black Stache. Premier épisode d'une série sur la rencontre de Peter et Stache, les futurs Peter Pan et capitaine Crochet.
2004
Big Trouble
Embezzlement, Nuclear weapons, Murder
A slapstick thriller set in Florida, featuring oddball characters. They include a homeless man who lives in a tree, a student with a squirt gun playing a game called Killer, a couple of real killers, and a terrorist with a nuclear bomb in a suitcase.
1999
A second chicken soup for the woman's soul
Women, Anecdotes, Conduct of life
There are many ways to define a woman: daughter, mother, wife, professional, friend, student... We are each special and unique, yet we share a common connection. What bonds all women are our mutual experiences of loving and learning: feeling the tenderness of love; forging lifelong friendships; pursuing a chosen career; giving birth to new life; juggling the responsibilities of job and family, and more. This shining collection brings you inspiration and comfort in special chapters on marriage, motherhood, aging, bridging the generations, attitude, self-esteem and higher wisdom. Stories honor the strength and reveal the beauty of the feminine spirit. Included are incredible stories from Oprah Winfrey, Leo Buscaglia, Linda Ellerbee, Robert Fulghum, Kathie Lee Gifford and many others. Whether you are a career woman or a stay-at-home mom, a teenager or a senior, a young woman just starting out or a woman of the world, this delightful book will be a treasured companion for many years to come.
1996
Dave Barry Hits Below the Beltway
Humor, Politics and government, Presidents
2001
Chicken Soup for the Mother's Soul
Literary collections, Mothers, Motherhood
A collection of inspirational writings offering words of wisdom, hope, and empowerment for mothers.
1997
A second chicken soup for the woman's soul
Women, Anecdotes, Conduct of life
There are many ways to define a woman: daughter, mother, wife, professional, friend, student... We are each special and unique, yet we share a common connection. What bonds all women are our mutual experiences of loving and learning: feeling the tenderness of love; forging lifelong friendships; pursuing a chosen career; giving birth to new life; juggling the responsibilities of job and family, and more. This shining collection brings you inspiration and comfort in special chapters on marriage, motherhood, aging, bridging the generations, attitude, self-esteem and higher wisdom. Stories honor the strength and reveal the beauty of the feminine spirit. Included are incredible stories from Oprah Winfrey, Leo Buscaglia, Linda Ellerbee, Robert Fulghum, Kathie Lee Gifford and many others. Whether you are a career woman or a stay-at-home mom, a teenager or a senior, a young woman just starting out or a woman of the world, this delightful book will be a treasured companion for many years to come.
1996
Peter and the Starcatchers
Characters in literature, Humorous stories, Magic
Le jeune Peter et quatre de ses amis quittent la maison de redressement pour embarquer de force sur le Never Land. A bord, Molly montre à Peter une malle remplie de poussière d'étoiles qui permet de voler. Ils unissent leurs forces pour la protéger du pirate Black Stache. Premier épisode d'une série sur la rencontre de Peter et Stache, les futurs Peter Pan et capitaine Crochet.
2004
Chicken Soup for the Mother's Soul
Literary collections, Mothers, Motherhood
A collection of inspirational writings offering words of wisdom, hope, and empowerment for mothers.
1997
Chicken Soup for the Pet Lover's Soul
Human-animal relationships, Pet owners, Pets, anecdotes
Animals bring out the goodness, humanity and optimism in people and speak directly to our souls. This joyous, inspiring and entertaining Chicken Soup collection relates the unique bonds between animals and the people whose lives they've changed. Such as the dolphins who helped a paralyzed woman heal when doctors offered little hope; the dog who brought life into a failing marriage; the kitten who helped a mother mourn; and the flying squirrel who taught a man the power of laughter. Packed with celebrity pet-lore, Chicken Soup for the Soul relates the unconditional love, loyalty, courage and companionship that only animals possess. Just like our furry, feathered and four-legged friends, this enchanting book will bring a smile to any pet lover's face ... and it's housebroken!
1998
Dave Barry Hits Below the Beltway
Humor, Politics and government, Presidents
2001

Among WRITERS

Among writers, Dave Barry ranks 6,949 out of 7,302. Before him are Charles Frazier, Josh Schwartz, Fatima Meer, Bethany Hamilton, Chris Morgan, and Seyhan Kurt. After him are Geraldine Brooks, Jay Asher, Andrea Levy, Andy Rooney, Roland Schimmelpfennig, and Kunzang Choden.

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Contemporaries

Among people born in 1947, Dave Barry ranks 871. Before him are Paula Deen, Andrew Card, Sandra Chick, Eliot Engel, Ginny Duenkel, and Roy Moore. After him are Laura Tyson, Donna de Varona, Tom DeLay, Ajit Pal Singh, Ann Widdecombe, and Haley Barbour.

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In United States

Among people born in United States, Dave Barry ranks 15,157 out of 20,380. Before him are Robert Curbeam (1962), Rachel Talalay (1958), Alex Vincent (1981), Matt Anderson (1987), Amy Landecker (1969), and Monique Gabriela Curnen (1970). After him are K. Megan McArthur (1971), Bryant Dunston (1986), Desi Arnaz Jr. (1953), Jay Asher (1975), Tyler Blackburn (1986), and Steve King (1949).

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Among WRITERS In United States

Among writers born in United States, Dave Barry ranks 1,082. Before him are Sara Shepard (1977), Carl Hiaasen (1953), Charles Frazier (1950), Josh Schwartz (1976), Bethany Hamilton (1990), and Chris Morgan (1966). After him are Jay Asher (1975), Andy Rooney (1919), Gayle Forman (1970), Kate DiCamillo (1964), Lauren Kate (1981), and Robert Anderson (1917).

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