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Thanks For Nothing [Hardcover]

Jack Dee (Author)
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Publication Date: 22 Oct 2009 | ISBN-10: 0385615485 | ISBN-13: 978-0385615488 | Edition: First Edition, First Impression

For the first time, comedian Jack Dee reveals the highs and lows of his early life and disastrous day jobs.

You don't just wake up jaundiced and bitter; it's taken Jack years of dedication and commitment to brew his unique cocktail of disillusionment and bile.

What turned this once optimistic young man into a grumpy middle-aged git? Was it working in an artificial-leg factory? Or delivering incontinence pads for the NHS? Or was it the time when he was shunned by his peers for daring to thrash a one-armed man at tennis?

In this hilariously frank account of his life, Jack finally answers the question, 'So how did you get started in comedy then?' Along the way, he shares his blatantly unreasonable views on everything from personal trainers to boutique hotels, via the overrated moon landing and 'people who hold their cutlery the wrong way'.

Once you've read this book, you'll never think of Jack Dee as a smiling, happy-go-lucky, friendly face again

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  • Hardcover: 336 pages
  • Publisher: Doubleday; First Edition, First Impression edition (22 Oct 2009)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0385615485
  • ISBN-13: 978-0385615488
  • Product Dimensions: 3.8 x 16.5 x 24.1 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (55 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 183,974 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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A brilliant book. It's my bible. (Paul O'Grady )

This is just as funny and grumpy as the great man himself, which is probably because he actually wrote it. (Heat )

Painfully funny and moving. (Mail on Sunday )

Deadpan humour at its most brilliant. (Woman & Home )

Nice short chapters, lots of great jokes. (John O'Farrell, Daily Mirror )

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Jack Dee reveals how he became quite such a miserable git and a stand up comedian, sharing his many frustrations and deep-rooted disappointments with life along the way.
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29 of 30 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Sad but true 29 Oct 2009
By Mr. David C. Halliday TOP 100 REVIEWER VINE™ VOICE
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
This review is for the unabridged CD read by the author. This is always going to be a love it or hate it series of views. If you really don't like Dee and his style of grumpy reflection then this is going to do nothing to change your mind.
If however you are someone born in the 60's who has grown fed up with the worrying and frankly downright annoying mess we call life then step right up your ride is here.
Dee delivers an endless tirade on everything from the tedium of sport to the modern man and his ladylike pampering to his own childhood fantasies. In truth he tells very little of his own personal history as he always ends up wandering off on a tangent about some subject or other that gets his goat. Thats not to say he has no personal stories worth sharing. There are some great personal tales, such as the cringe worthy assault launched on an innocent hotel toilet or his hapless one and only attempt at employing a personal trainer, but he is really using this as a chance to rage against the world and life in general.
The endless tirade would soon descend into dull and repetitive were it not for his potty imagination, the fact that so much of what he says is just so true and that he has a disarming ability for honesty that shows him warts and all but makes this all the better for it.
The different stories move along at enough of a pace to keep you interested but linger long enough to give some insight and depth.
This was never going to be the in-depth self analysis of Clive James autobiographies or the show biz revelations that are so popular nowadays. This does however have a certain charm and as the chapters go by it becomes very easy to settle in to this and go for 'just one more chapter'.... Read more ›
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Insightful, surprising and funny 14 Nov 2009
By Rafal Z.
Format:Audio CD
I wasn't really sure what to expect. I love Jack's observational humor, but the book? I chose the audiobook over the paperback wondering who would better deliver the story than the master of stand-up himself? And it sure was the right choice. If you looking just for more Jack's humor - forget it. If you are interested how it all happened, what shaped him... Get ready for a surprise. A big one too. It's just excellent. And the worst bit for me - I want more! Can't see that happening though, since it would mean he'd have to have another life to cover. Too bad. Anyway, it was money well spent. Don't hesitate! Grab it as soon as you can.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Refreshingly different. 6 Nov 2009
By Phillip Calgary
Format:Hardcover
This is one autobiography that tries to be different, and it succeeds perfectly. Jack has shied away from the usual, "I was born, I went to school, this is what happened to Me." type of life story that so many famous people write and that usually make me lose interest after a couple of dozen pages or so. Sure, he does talk about that, but it is done in a way that makes you want to keep reading. Stories about his past are mixed with anecdotes of the modern day things and people who annoy him the most. There are some great laugh aloud moments and some stories you will want to read out to friends. Also the ending is not rushed and has been left open for an updated version or sequel, which I for one am looking forward to already.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable 23 Aug 2010
By John Edward Colman
Format:Paperback
Jack talks about his childhood his education and his many non-skilled jobs but somehow it feels like he has still managed to keep his private life out of the book.

On the surface this is the story of how he came to become a standup but in reality there are only a few chapters devoted to this and it is more about how unhappy he was with his career choices up until that point.

There are some very funny anecdotes and some parts made me laugh out loud. The first half of the book is funnier and felt more polished than the second.
I'm glad I read it, it was quite entertaining and I really like Jack Dee. I wish I could say it was fantastic but it wasn't.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Dee-lightful 6 Jun 2010
By SilentSinger TOP 1000 REVIEWER VINE™ VOICE
Format:Hardcover
I've read a great number of autobiographies written by various comedians because basically I'm always interested to learn what makes them tick. I'm therefore glad to report that Jack Dee's autobiography doesn't include unnecessary tedious detail about his childhood, basically he cherry picks the best bits and structures the book by recalling a series of anecdotes, some of which are more believable than others. Whilst reading I kept hearing Dee's voice and imagining him as his comedy alter ego in Lead Balloon, Rick Spleen, a character I'm sure isn't too removed from his non-showbizz persona.

Dee takes us through a myriad of temporary jobs which he drifted in and out of before deciding to plump for a career in stand up comedy. I particularly loved the chapter about his time as a dispatch driver and his boss's wooden leg, which I defy anyone not to laugh out loud whilst reading. Overall, it's a great book, a perfect length, poignant and very funny indeed. I can't wait until the second volume is published, which it undoubtedly will be in a few years...
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Very, very funny 11 Dec 2009
By Beanert
Format:Hardcover
Just finished reading this and I was impressed with how funny it was - it's unusual for me to laugh out loud whilst reading but this really did make me laugh! Not only funny, but does actually give his life story as well, which is a bonus.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars Being a fan of the man...
I had high expectations. The book was an excellent read and an insight into my favourite stand up comedian. Honestly written with laugh out loud moments, recommended.
Published 3 days ago by Hal Apeno
2.0 out of 5 stars What A Let Down
As I'm a fan of Jack Dee I was delighted to find this book in a Charity Shop. I presumed I had found a bargain and a keeper. Read more
Published 1 month ago by marcycatherine
4.0 out of 5 stars Dry Wit!!!!
This is a good book,some parts are screamingly funny others not so,but overall this represents the very dry wit of a really funny man.
Published 1 month ago by scarlett
4.0 out of 5 stars Jack Dee audio autobiography
This was easy listening - something you could listen too when traveling or sunbathing and was what I was looking for. I was also pleased that the book was read by the author.
Published 1 month ago by Mrs C Mackender-Lawrence
5.0 out of 5 stars Depressingly Brilliant
If you love his stand up - you will love this book. Fans of Lead Balloon will recognize the story telling brilliance of Jack Dee's sarcastic likes and dislikes. Read more
Published 2 months ago by M. Walker
5.0 out of 5 stars Grump Grump Grump
I enjoyed this book but it didn't have many laugh out loud moments.... but then Mr Dee doesn't laugh .. does he ???
Published 3 months ago by Deb Vanhoeck
2.0 out of 5 stars Rather dull
As many others have already pointed out, this is a rather dull read. I was particularly disappointed by the religious references and him talking about god. Read more
Published 8 months ago by C. Dow
4.0 out of 5 stars Grumpy, honest and funny
If you're a fan of Jack Dee, then this is a must read for you. It has just the right kind of grumpy humour you expect from him. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Cathlin400
3.0 out of 5 stars Insightful but not laugh out loud.
I love Jack Dee's stand up and consequently thought this book would be a laugh out loud comedy written in Jacks sarcastic humour however it wasn't quite as expected. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Connie5
5.0 out of 5 stars I love it!
Unlike some autobiographys that go off after the first chapter this is certain to keep you entertained if you like the sarcastic, grumpy git's style! Read more
Published 12 months ago by campbellblade
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