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The Daily Show with Jon Stewart Presents America: A Citizen's Guide to Democracy Inaction (Hardcover)

by Jon Stewart (Author) "It is often said that America "invented" democracy ..." (more)

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Hardcover: 240 pages
Publisher: Warner Books; New title edition (Jan 2005)
Language English
ISBN-10: 0446532681
ISBN-13: 978-0446532686
Product Dimensions: 26.2 x 20.8 x 2.3 cm

Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)

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The host of the award-winning humorous news program offers tongue-in-cheek insight into American democracy with coverage of such topics as the republican qualities of ancient Rome, the antics of our nation's founders, and the ludicrous nature of today's media.

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5.0 out of 5 stars I Laughed, I Cried,, I Wept A Little, and Laughed Again, 19 Nov 2006

By	prisrob "pris," (New EnglandUSA) - See all my reviews (TOP 100 REVIEWER)

This review is from: The Daily Show with Jon Stewart Presents America (The book): A Citizen's Guide to Democracy Inaction (Hardcover)

"This book has many fine qualities, but its cavalier disregard for accuracy of quotations, its insufficient scholarly documentation, its often quixotic use of illustrations, and its frequent usage of inappropriate language and word choices all detract from its virtues. With just a little more attention to detail, (well, in some cases, considerably more attention to detail), this book would stand as a first-rate addition to the literature." Prof. Stanley Schultz, Evaluation

In 2004 'America, The Book" was let loose on the general public and gobbled up (pardon, but it is almost Thanksgiving) thousands of missives. However, much has changed in the past two years, and the authors have written a sequel, for 'teachers', or those most learned. As the authors say, "A sires of well-publicized scandals have called into question the very meaning of such terms as 'plagiarism', 'authenticity' and 'three-year crack binge'. In one of the paradigm shifts that periodically sweep the publishing world, truth has become this year's bullshit." They added Professor Schultz's notations on every page and sometimes his notations are the page. All in all, this book has the makings of the US History Book for all ages.

Where to begin to describe this book, to shed a little light for those who unsuspecting buy the book and become part of the confused masses. To begin with there is a 'Timeline of Democracy' from Stonehenge through 1621 when the Plymouth Rock became too crowded and the Pilgrims left. The Founding of America, chapter 2 is filled with many mistakes, don't read it. Chapter 3 The president: King of Democracy has a few good points but go directly to chapters 4, 5, 6, and 7. The Congress, The Judicial Branch, Campaigns and Elections and The Media. Anything and everything you ever did not want to know is included here. You may never vote again after reading these chapters, but so be it. Chapters 8 and 9, The Future of Democracy and The Rest of the World are to be read immediately, maybe start with these chapters and work backwards like the politicians do.

Jon Stewart and his cronies, mmhmm, writers have penned a marvelous book full of lies and deceit. Some useful information may be gleaned if you look hard enough. Thomas Jefferson wrote the forward and that may be the most important piece of writing in the entire missive. I do recommend this book to all serious students of history and those who are not serious at all. For everyone and don't forget the teachers.

Warily recommended for intelligentsia.. Heartily recommended for the rest of us.
prisrob 11/19./06.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Genius., 2 Jan 2005

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Jon Stewart and his team at the Daily Show have done themselves proud once again. America the Book is a fantastic satirical look at the USA from the colonial era to present day and I am sure will be a set text for students the world over in years to come. Stewart's unique style makes reading this book a joy from start to finish, complete with pictures, diagrams and comprehensive flow charts to get anyone who struggles to criticise the worlds only super power a top grade in cynicism.

The only book to make me laugh out loud from start to finish.
Superb!

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4.0 out of 5 stars Take it on the train - if you dare, 26 Feb 2005

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This is a very funny and witty book - even for those of us who only take a swiftly passing interest in news media or politics. If you enjoyed the likes of Have I got News for You, Brass Eye and remember the Friday Night Armistice, you'll have some idea of the tone - hit and miss satire(though more hit), with a few laugh-out-loud moments.

The textbook format makes the heavy subject matter amusing, light and, I daresay, fluffy even. It's quite clear that the writers know their stuff! It doesn't pull any punches and you get the feeling that there was a whole lot more that even they thought might be too objectionable to keep in. The book was even banned in Mississippi libraries, albeit for one night.

If you're reading this, you're probably a UK fan of the Daily Show. The only question it raises is this: when do we get our own version?

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5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing
Undoubtedly the best history book ever written for America by Americans. Tackles every single (interesting and important, of course) facet of American culture with fun, verve and... Read more

Published 20 months ago by Jim-Jim

5.0 out of 5 stars Stewart and The Daily show team hit a funny note again
This book is excellent readingabout the political history of the USA . It takes a closer look at the gloosed over image of Bush , Cheny and co and makes them look idiotic . Read more

Published on 7 April 2006 by H. P. Glover

2.0 out of 5 stars Not as good as the TV show
I really like the Daily Show, so I thought this would be a great book to take on holiday and have a good laugh over. But I was wrong. Read more

Published on 12 Feb 2006 by C. Verspeak

3.0 out of 5 stars Juvenile Humor and Unnecessary Profanity Obscure Pithy Wit,
America (The Book) is the most elaborate satire you will ever see of a civics text. I found myself marveling over the detail and the amazing amount of work that must have gone... Read more

Published on 31 Jan 2005 by Professor Donald Mitchell

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