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cer4841's review against another edition
2.0
Too long for what it is and boring despite its contributors. I basically lost interest in the first quarter of the book but tried to persevere anyway. Also disappointed that the contributors did not read their answers for the audiobook
nharkins's review against another edition
1.0
It's almost as if every one of these talented comics got together and agreed to compare their turds.
hrhacissej's review against another edition
1.0
I had high hopes for this book. Sadly, I couldn't come close to finishing it. Perhaps because I am unfamiliar with the magazine, The Believer, and its column, Sedaratives? I understand that this book spoofs Dear Abby style advice columns which I think has great potential especially when paired with contemporary comedians. BUT...the advice seekers' problems aren't believable enough to make the ludicrous advice seem ironic enough...at least to me.
For example..."For ecological purposes, I wear my clothes for three days. Then I flip them inside out and wear them for three more days. Yet, still, I feel as if I'm not getting the full amount of wear out of my clothes. How could I possibly extend this cycle?"
I think Letters from a Nut is much more successful because while the "Nut's" letters of complaint to existing corporations are so ridiculous, the companies' responses are so earnest that you can't help but see the humor.
For example..."For ecological purposes, I wear my clothes for three days. Then I flip them inside out and wear them for three more days. Yet, still, I feel as if I'm not getting the full amount of wear out of my clothes. How could I possibly extend this cycle?"
I think Letters from a Nut is much more successful because while the "Nut's" letters of complaint to existing corporations are so ridiculous, the companies' responses are so earnest that you can't help but see the humor.
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