The Life and Times of the Thunderbolt Kid
by Bill Bryson
American expatriate and travel writer Bryson has written several books of wide appeal. In this personal memoir, he takes a look back at his Iowa childhood in 1950’s America depicting such humorous past times as neighborhood brawls (with girls), sneaking into carnival tents, and 3 TV channels to choose from.
Brain Droppings
by George Carlin
Veteran stand-up comedian George Carlin offers his two-bits on life, liberty, and the humorous side of truth. Never one to mince words, Carlin’s edgy style speaks pointedly about life’s foibles and everyday comedic occurrences.
I Have Chosen to Stay and Fight
by Margaret Cho
Left-leaning feminist comed-ienne Cho presents her attitudes and outlooks with a variety of loosely put together essays on race, politics, religion, family, dating, and sex. In the past decade, Cho has found a loyal following among Generation X’ers and her material in this book will resonate well with the 20 or 30-something age group.
Git-R-Done
by Larry the Cable Guy
Known for his appearances on the blue-collar comedy tour, Larry the Cable Guy has become a hugely popular entertainer, well-renowned for his offhanded bluntness and crude but honest depictions of personal hygiene, bathroom humor and Southern crassness.
Yeah, I Said It
by Wanda Sykes
Confrontational, wise-cracking comedian Sykes has used her attitude-driven personality to entertain and enlighten audiences over the past few years. Known for her high-pitched tone Sykes has also been a prominent voice-over actor in many cartoons and movies.
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