New Rules: Polite Musings from a Timid Observer

"A great read" according to Eileen McHenry. Of course it's funny, cutting and ripped from the headlines -- it's Bill Maher!. "Funny, but dated" according to Karen. If you think Bill Maher is funny, you'll certainly find this book funny. I laughed out loud many times. But please note that this book was written in 200Funny, but dated Karen If you think Bill Maher is funny, you'll certainly find this book funny. I laughed out loud many times. But please note that this book was written in 2004/2005. Bush was still in office and Brittney Spears was married and expecting her second kid - pre-meltdown. So some of the jokes and commentary are very dated. And others refer to events that I just don't recall - it's been 6-7 years, and I don't remember every little scandal that made the news back then. But for 2.99 for the Kindle edition, it was a quick and fun read, . /2005. Bush was still in office and Brittney Spears was married and expecting her second kid - pre-meltdown. So some of the jokes and commentary are very dated. And others refer to events that I just don't recall - it's been 6-7 years, and I don't remember every little scandal that made the news back then. But for 2.99 for the Kindle edition, it was a quick and fun read, . "Well titled" according to Andrew Maile. "Musings" is the appropriate word here. Lots of wit, but pretty typical for Maher. It's fun, relaxing, and a great way to decompress before turning in. But, my guts thinks this book is more a tribute to Maher's writing staff . I paid just a few bucks for the book (plus shipping)That was just about right.

Particularly one regular segment on the show, entitled "New Rules," has been a hit with his ever-growing legion of fans. It is the part of the show during which Maher takes serious aim, bringing all of his intelligence, incisiveness, wit, and his signature exasperation to bear on topics ranging from cell phones ("I don't need my cell phone to take pictures or access the Internet. It's a random collection of laws that your corporate donors paid you to pass.").His bestselling book, New Rules, brings these brilliantly conceived riffs and rants to the written page. Bill Maher is on the forefront of the new wave of comedians who influence and shape political debate through their comedy. It's not an agenda. This new edition of the book, in paperback for the first time, also features some brand-new material not found in the hardcover.. I just need it to make a phone call. I'm not kidding!) to the conservative agenda ("Stop claiming it's an agenda. He is best known not just for being funny, but for advocating truth over sensitivity and taking on the political establishment.Maher first came to national attention as the host of the hit ABC-TV program Politically Incorrect, where he offered a combustible mixture of irreverence and acerbic humor that helped him to garner a loyal following, as well as a reputation for being a controversial bad boy.Bi

I just need it to make a phone call. Read our interview with Bill Maher. Book Description: Bill Maher is on the forefront of the new wave of comedians who have begun to influence and shape political debate through their comedy. It is the part of the show during which Maher takes serious aim, bringing all of his intelligence, incisiveness, wit, and his signature exasperation to bear on topics ranging from cell phones ("I don't need my cell phone to take pictures or access the Internet. I'm not kidding!) to the conservative agenda ("Stop claiming it's an agenda. With a new season of Real Time with Bill Maher and an upcoming HBO Special (his sixth), Bill Maher: I'm Swiss, on deck, Maher also found the time to host 's 10th Anniversary Concert at Seattle's Benaroya Hall. B