Download or read book American on Purpose written by Craig Ferguson and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2009-09-10 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In his memoir American on Purpose, Craig Ferguson, host of The Late, Late Show, traces his journey from working-class Glasgow to the comedic limelight of Hollywood and American citizenship. Moving and achingly funny, American on Purpose moves from Ferguson’s early life as an alcoholic to his stint on The Drew Carey Show to his decision to become a U.S. citizen in its unique and honest look at his version of the American dream.