- Hardcover: 192 pages
- Publisher: Weidenfeld & Nicolson (14 Sep 2006)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0297851632
- ISBN-13: 978-0297851639
- Product Dimensions: 19 x 12.4 x 2.6 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
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- #11 in Books > Society, Politics & Philosophy > Social Sciences > Sociology > Family & Social Groups > Age Groups > Adults
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"a fascinating guide to being a man in the 21st century... it will make a wonderful present or simply a great guide to the confusions of modern life." (GQ ONLINE )
"This simple cover, drawing on a more sophisticated and classic look, marks it as a lifestyle guide for the mature metrosexual. From details about spirits, to a comprehensive summary of the life of James Bond, this collection is sure to appeal to men of all tastes." (THE BOOKSELLER - Men's Lifestyle, top title )
Under the headline VIRILE AND PROUD OF IT, the reviewer says her "own in-house uber masculine metrosexual.... amid alarming belly laughter... is literally convulsing with admiration.... (Thomas Fink) is displeased by this marginalisation of masculinity. He wants gentlemen everywhere to stand up and take note. Ladies should be aware that it makes for an illuminating afternoon when they do." (NEW STATESMAN, )
"Bloke facts, rules and tips.... stacks of handy, ZOO-Style info: how to start a fire with a Coke can, make cocktails, build a treehouse." Three stars (ZOO MAGAZINE )
"A big celebration of the human male form, spelling out all the stereotypes that make us so unique. A must, if urinal etiquette confuses you." Three stars (NUTS MAGAZINE )
"Every now and then a book comes along that makes you ask yourself: why didn't I think of that....it deserves to sell in truckloads, and it probably will." (LITERARY REVIEW )
"This simple cover, drawing on a more sophisticated and classic look, marks it as a lifestyle guide for the mature metrosexual. From details about spirits, to a comprehensive summary of the life of James Bond, this collection is sure to appeal to men of all tastes." (THE BOOKSELLER - Men's Lifestyle, top title )
Under the headline VIRILE AND PROUD OF IT, the reviewer says her "own in-house uber masculine metrosexual.... amid alarming belly laughter... is literally convulsing with admiration.... (Thomas Fink) is displeased by this marginalisation of masculinity. He wants gentlemen everywhere to stand up and take note. Ladies should be aware that it makes for an illuminating afternoon when they do." (NEW STATESMAN, )
"Bloke facts, rules and tips.... stacks of handy, ZOO-Style info: how to start a fire with a Coke can, make cocktails, build a treehouse." Three stars (ZOO MAGAZINE )
"A big celebration of the human male form, spelling out all the stereotypes that make us so unique. A must, if urinal etiquette confuses you." Three stars (NUTS MAGAZINE )
"Every now and then a book comes along that makes you ask yourself: why didn't I think of that....it deserves to sell in truckloads, and it probably will." (LITERARY REVIEW )
THE BOOKSELLER - Men's Lifestyle, top title
"This simple cover, drawing on a more sophisticated and classic look, marks it as a lifestyle guide for the mature metrosexual. From details about spirits, to a comprehensive summary of the life of James Bond, this collection is sure to appeal to men of all tastes."
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18 of 20 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Guys forget the clothes show leave that to the ladies. Lads mags, although nice to look at they're full of adverts & not much info. This book however is jam packed with little facts that will make you smarter than the average bear!
Lets admit it guys we all aspire to be a bit like James Bond. Now this book will give you a smattering of his social knowledge. Whether that's a brief guide to beers, wines & spirits. Or even better what glass they should be drunk from. I'm looking forward to asking for the proper glass down the pub. Or what you should wear to a function. Basic dress codes & even how to tie a tie in different ways. Dying arts in our increasingly casual society, I mean have you seen those massive knots people have these days. They look absolutely ridiculous. And how many times have we read that a real lady likes a smart dressed man?
But it's not just about dress sense. There's tons of information & tips on a whole range of subjects. Public loo etiquette is hilarious; every lady should read that section. Poker explained, personally I've never understood it until now.
Great book, informative, witty & well written. As previous reviewers have said there's very little of the authors opinions. Just information in a format that makes you read it from cover to cover in no time. And go back to it again and again. Highly recommended.
Lets admit it guys we all aspire to be a bit like James Bond. Now this book will give you a smattering of his social knowledge. Whether that's a brief guide to beers, wines & spirits. Or even better what glass they should be drunk from. I'm looking forward to asking for the proper glass down the pub. Or what you should wear to a function. Basic dress codes & even how to tie a tie in different ways. Dying arts in our increasingly casual society, I mean have you seen those massive knots people have these days. They look absolutely ridiculous. And how many times have we read that a real lady likes a smart dressed man?
But it's not just about dress sense. There's tons of information & tips on a whole range of subjects. Public loo etiquette is hilarious; every lady should read that section. Poker explained, personally I've never understood it until now.
Great book, informative, witty & well written. As previous reviewers have said there's very little of the authors opinions. Just information in a format that makes you read it from cover to cover in no time. And go back to it again and again. Highly recommended.
13 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
OK I'm a girl so not the target readership for this book. But I nevertheless found it quite cool. By the author of the bestselling '85 Ways to tie a tie' this is a general guide to maleness. However for women it offers a great insight into the male psyche and dilemmas we've never had to encounter, such as which urinal to select to achieve maximum privacy and yet not look paranoid! There are also great sections on female beauty ,dating and women, 'The Rules' from the opposite point of view! Thomas Fink is a theoretical physicist and puts a cool mathematic slant on what he writes, reducing problems such as choosing a restaurant on a date to a simple equation. It's great to dip into - a 'Dangerous Book for Boys' for big kids - and would make a perfect gift this christmas.
7 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Whether it's dress, sport, women, drinking, outdoors, or the future, this book has the info in its covers. A handbook for him and a guide to the future.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
efficient and great condition
this book was expect to take over a week to arrive but received in 4days so most impressive with the efficient service and the product was in great condition.
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Published 7 months ago by simonsh
falls just short
I bought the book with my eyes open. That is, I had read other reviews that mentioned the almanac nature of certain sections, such as 2008 Olympic dates. Read more
Published 10 months ago by S. J. Barnett
Great little book
Got if for my dad, Had a little read first and thought it was a really good read. Very informative and a good humour in the way its written. A handy book to have.
Published on 3 Jan 2010 by Anon
surprised!!!
Not what I expected - expecting something humourous - but nevertheless it was informative and pretty interesting
Published on 7 Aug 2009 by G. M
Well received
Thank you - my friend in US was satisfied with this book, enjoyed it very much.
Published on 2 Feb 2009 by Mrs. B. A. Hall
Great book
This book is half essential, and half almanac.
The almanac, like always will be dated. It's for year 2007 I think.... Read more
The almanac, like always will be dated. It's for year 2007 I think.... Read more
Published on 18 Mar 2008 by Mr. K. W. M. Cheng
Quirky & Entertaining Book
I found this book very interesting with useful little nuggets of information, especially those on drinks, smoking and gents' clothes. Read more
Published on 19 Jan 2008 by D. Hart
Vastly entertaining.
Just the intricate diagram on urinal etiquette is more than worth the money.
Many of the illustrations seem inspired by and are worthy of Edward Tufte's seminal books A... Read more
Many of the illustrations seem inspired by and are worthy of Edward Tufte's seminal books A... Read more
Published on 5 Jan 2008 by Rambam HaTalmid
Hope for the UHB
If Nick Smith from "Metropolitan" were to recommend a book, this would be the one. Perhaps the standards of the urban haute bourgeoisie can yet survive.
Published on 9 Dec 2007 by Dinah Lord
Every man should have one
I bought this for my boyfriend and he absolutely loved it. He keeps going back to it over and over again. Read more
Published on 14 Sep 2007 by Miss P
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