A hilarious, mega-bestseller from the Emmy-winning, Oscar-hosting, Daily Show-anchoring Jon Stewart that finally answers the question -- what is American democracy?
Jon Stewart, host of the Emmy and Peabody Award-winning The Daily Show, and his coterie of patriots deliver a hilarious look at American government . . . Termed a "political king-maker" by Newsweek, and "the Dan Rather of infotainment" by Vanity Fair, Jon Stewart, along with the writers of The Daily Show, combines his riotous wit and razor-sharp insight in this hilarious book. American-style democracy is the world's most beloved form of government, which explains why so many other nations are eager for us to impose it on them, but what is it exactly?
In America (The Book), Jon Stewart and The Daily Show writing staff offer their insights into our unique system of government, dissecting its institutions, explaining its history and processes, and exploring the reasons why concepts like "One man, one vote," "Government by the people," and "Every vote counts" have become such popular urban myths.
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"He pushes things a bit far at times...but when he's on target, he doesn't miss. Outrageousness in civics...raised to a fine art. A few times, you will think "HUH?" Most of the time, you'll be too busy snorting with uncontrollable (if understandable) laughter."
— Daniel (4 out of 5 stars)
" You should read basically everything Franken has written before this. "
— Drew, 2/16/2014" I have read bits and pieces of this book. I bought it on sale at a closing bookstore. It's my bathroom reader, if I forget to bring another book to the porcelain library. "
— Xa, 2/13/2014" Hilarious quick read "
— Joanne, 2/12/2014" Funny stuff!- as you would expect from Mr. Stewart. Everytime Geoff and I see Judge Judy we feel compelled to quote Stewart's "She puts the jew back in judiciary" The naked supreme court justices was a little...graphic. :D Oh, I had the teacher's edition. "
— Kristen, 2/7/2014" I gave this to my brother for Christmas one year and then proceeded to read it while Christmas dinner was cooking. Done like an elementary school textbook, this book is hysterically funny. Spot on political sarcasm about America, but then it is Jon Stewart. "
— Sandy, 2/1/2014" I listened to the audiobook version of this - it was freaking awesome, all the daily show people read their sections. "
— Andy, 1/24/2014" If you love the Daily Show, you will love this book. It is pure Jon Stewart. There's a laugh on every page. "
— Ruth, 1/10/2014" Very funny AND educational. "
— Brent, 12/26/2013" Nonstop laughing! A "beneath the surface" attack on the US Gov! "
— Rob, 12/13/2013" Jon Stewart isn't as funny in writing as he is on tv. I'd rather read the Onion and watch Jon Stewart. "
— Travis, 11/25/2013" I learned more about the United States of America in this book than I did...well, somewhere else I'm sure. "
— Wendy, 11/18/2013" It was exactly what I expected coming from "The Daily Show". Every once in awhile, you just need to read a book that will make you laugh out loud. "
— Carolynn, 11/17/2013" Hilarious writing and a graphic bonanza! "
— Janet, 11/14/2013" Although I should've read this book first, I do appreciate Colbert's book more now. "
— Alen, 11/12/2013" Wow! FUNNY!!! Just a flat-out sarcastic view of U.S. history. Truly an enjoyable read if you want some laughs! "
— Rob, 11/2/2013" Pretty hilarious. A good, funny, look at America. "
— Jared, 8/5/2013" Fun way to learn govt "
— Jason, 2/5/2013" I wish all of my text books were like this. Loved it. "
— Gogo, 10/11/2012" A funny book that I enjoyed flipping through. It's dated now, but still somewhat relevant. Worth a least a skim! "
— Jerry, 9/6/2012" I can't say that I read this cover to cover, since it's formatted like a textbook. But I gotta give John Stewart five stars whenever possible. "
— Tonnofun, 8/9/2012" very amusing "
— Shannon, 3/10/2012" I listened to the abridged audiobook, it was good, but way too much bad language. "
— Becca, 3/7/2012" Hilarious. And insightful. As expected from "The Daily Show" writers. "
— Kara, 2/19/2012" Hilarious book, but could offend some, so watch it! "
— Brian, 1/25/2012" Take it on its own terms. "
— Jens, 10/12/2011" According to Family Guy, Jon Stewart is America's most important Jew. And with good reason. If you don't love this book, you're a terrorist. "
— Laura, 8/23/2011" This book is really funny. I haven't laughed this hard since I watched "The Hangover". "
— Curtis, 5/20/2011" Meh. It was funny in spots, but pure silliness can only carry a book so far . .. "
— Lisa, 5/19/2011" Hilarious, as always. America (the book) is still my favorite, but still. My tummy always hurts after reading these books, in the best possible way. "
— Sarah, 5/17/2011" I went with the audio version simply because I knew having the folks from the Daily Show read this would make it that much better. <br/> <br/>I was correct. <br/> <br/> "
— Sam, 5/17/2011" I listened to the audiobook which provides a very funny 3 hours of political satire and the off-hand humor of the Daily Show. I will have to get the book, though, to enjoy the accompanying sidebars and graphics. "
— Francesca, 5/13/2011" Amusing, but it gets old after a while. "
— Alyssa, 5/12/2011" It was pretty funny throughout. Not something I would actually recommend 'reading' but listening to on audiobook when stuck in traffic? Definitely. "
— Kristin, 5/8/2011" I agree with many reviews I've seen. If you like the Daily Show you'll like this. It also confirmed for me that this kind of humor and satire works best via audio and in short spurts...say about 22 minutes a night. "
— Kwesi, 5/5/2011" Excellent bathroom book. I don't think I'll ever look at Tang the same way, though. "
— Matt, 5/2/2011" very funny, if you like his humor.<br/><br/>"If necessity is the mother of invention, laziness has to be its drunken step-father." "
— Chris, 4/28/2011" Didn't read the whole thing. Humor was hit-or-miss with no real agenda just an ultra-stereotypical liberal bent. I had some good laughs though and if you're a fan of the Daily Show you'll probably like this book at least as much. "
— Flasher702, 4/25/2011Jon Stewart is a comedian, writer, actor, producer, director, bestselling author, and former host of The Daily Show.