"Me Talk Pretty One Day" is a 2000 collection of humorous autobiographical essays that chronicles Sedaris's life experiences, particularly his struggles learning French while living in Paris. The book is divided into two parts.

The first part focuses on Sedaris's childhood in North Carolina, including his experiences working with a speech therapist to correct his lisp. He also reflects on his family's eccentricities and his own journey towards self-acceptance.

The second part of the book details Sedaris's move to Paris with his partner Hugh and his attempts to learn French. Despite the language barrier and embarrassment of struggling to communicate, Sedaris finds humor in his difficulties. He also explores themes of cultural identity, intelligence, and the absurdities of everyday life.

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