Title: Why We Suck: A Feel Good Guide to Staying Fat, Loud, Lazy and Stupid
Author: Denis Leary
First published November 4, 2008
240 pages, Hardcover
ISBN: 9780670031603 (ISBN10: 0670031607)
Rating: 3.66
Overview
Award-winning actor and comedian Denis Leary is back with his scathing and uproariously funny take on the world in his book, The Truth Hurts: A No-Holds-Barred Guide to Surviving Life. Dr. Denis Leary, with his trademark biting wit and common sense, takes on the politically correct, the hypocritical, and anyone who takes themselves too seriously.
Leary’s Irish Catholic upbringing, the absurdity of celebrity culture, the pressures of family life, and the great hypocrisy of politics are all in his crosshairs. With his irreverent and savage insight, Leary spares no one in his quest to make us laugh while also making us think.
Fans of his one-man shows, movies, and television work will love this latest offering from one of America’s most original and hilarious comic satirists. So buckle up and get ready to laugh out loud with The Truth Hurts.
About the Author
Denis Leary, a well-known actor, comedian, and writer, has been nominated for several awards throughout his career, including the Emmy and Golden Globe awards. However, despite being nominated in various categories for both drama and comedy, he has never won either of these prestigious awards.
Leary also hopes to receive nominations for, but not win, an Oscar, Grammy, and Tony Award in the future. He wrote a book titled Why We Suck: A Feel Good Guide to Staying Fat, Loud, Lazy and Stupid, which became a bestseller but was not nominated for The National Book Award.
Despite his many accomplishments, Leary has never won The Stanley Cup, The Nobel Peace Prize, or an argument with his wife. A photo of him taken by Henry Leutwyler is featured.
Editoral Review
Why We Suck: A Feel Good Guide to Staying Fat, Loud, Lazy and Stupid by Denis Leary is not for the faint of heart. Leary, a comedian and actor known for his biting humor and irreverent style, takes on everything from politics to celebrity culture to personal hygiene in this scathing critique of modern society.
Published in 2008, the book offers a searing look at the excesses and absurdities of American life in the 21st century. In Why We Suck, Leary skewers everyone from Hollywood actors to politicians to what he calls “the PC police.” He offers biting commentary on everything from the War on Terror to global warming to the obesity epidemic.
The book is divided into chapters that cover different topics, such as “Why We Suck at Politics,” “Why We Suck at Religion,” and “Why We Suck at Sex.” Each chapter is brimming with Leary’s acerbic wit and razor-sharp insights. At its heart, Why We Suck is a memoir of sorts.
Leary shares personal anecdotes and insights from his own life, offering a glimpse into the mind of a comedian who has seen it all. He talks about his childhood in Boston, his struggles with addiction, and his rise to fame in Hollywood.
Throughout the book, Leary reflects on his own shortcomings and those of society as a whole. What makes Why We Suck such a compelling read is Leary’s writing style.
He is a master of the rant, and his prose crackles with energy and passion. He writes with a conversational tone that makes it feel as though he is speaking directly to the reader.
His humor is often dark and irreverent, but he always manages to find a kernel of truth in the midst of the laughter. One of the book’s strengths is its relevance to current events.
While it was published over a decade ago, many of Leary’s observations and criticisms remain relevant today. His commentary on politics, religion, and popular culture feels just as incisive now as it did in 2008.
However, the book is not without its flaws. At times, Leary’s humor feels repetitive, and some of his rants go on for too long.
Additionally, while his writing style is engaging, it can sometimes feel overly cynical and pessimistic. Overall, Why We Suck is a book that will resonate with readers who enjoy irreverent humor and incisive commentary on modern society.
It is not a book for those who are easily offended or who shy away from controversial subjects. As for a rating or score, it’s hard to sum up a book like this with a simple number.
Suffice it to say that if you’re a fan of Denis Leary’s brand of humor, you’ll likely enjoy this book. If you’re looking for something more serious or subdued, it might not be for you.
