The Funny Stuff: The Official P. J. O’Rourke Quotationary and Riffapedia

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Book Synopsis: A compendium of quotes and riffs by P.J. O'Rourke on subjects ranging from government ("Giving money and power to politicians is like giving car keys and whiskey to teenage boys") to fishing ("a sport invented by insects and you are the bait") to apps ("we need a no-app app—let's call it a nap") to be published on what would have been his 75th&nbps;birthday.

“P. J. O’Rourke was the funniest writer of his generation, one of the smartest and one of the most prolific. Now that he belongs to the ages, P.J. takes his rightful place along with Oscar Wilde, Mark Twain and Dorothy Parker in the Pantheon of Quote Gods.”—Christopher Buckley from his introduction

When The Penguin Dictionary of Modern Humorous Quotations was published in 1994, P. J. O’Rourke had more entries than any living writer. And he kept writing funny stuff for another 28 years. Now, for the first time, the best material is collected in one volume. Edited by his longtime friend and member of the American Society of Magazine Editors Hall of Fame Terry McDonell, THE FUNNY STUFF is arranged in six sections, organized by subject in alphabetical order from Agriculture to Xenophobia. From his earliest days at the National Lampoon in the 1970s, through his classic reporting for Rolling Stone in the 80s and 90s to his post-Trump, pandemic, new media observations of recent years, P.J. produced incisive, amusing copy. Not only did P.J. write memorable one-liners, he also meticulously constructed riffs that built to a crescendo of hilarity and outrage—and are still being quoted years later. His prose has the electric verbal energy of Tom Wolfe or Hunter Thompson, but P.J. is more flat out funny. And through it all comes his clear-eyed take on politics, economics, human nature—and fun. THE FUNNY STUFF is a book for P.J. fans to devour but also a book that will bring new readers and stand as testament to one of the truly original American writers of the last 50 years.

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Looking for a laugh-out-loud read that will have you quoting hilarious one-liners? Look no further than The Funny Stuff: The Official P. J. O’Rourke Quotationary and Riffapedia Book. Packed with witty quotes and riffs by the legendary P.J. O'Rourke, this book is a must-have for anyone who appreciates sharp humor. Whether he's poking fun at governments or tackling everyday subjects like fishing and apps, O'Rourke's clever observations will have you in stitches.

As we celebrate what would have been his 75th birthday, it's clear that P.J. O'Rourke is truly one of the funniest writers of his generation. His humor ranks alongside iconic figures such as Oscar Wilde, Mark Twain, and Dorothy Parker. Discover his brilliance in The Funny Stuff, a book that showcases O'Rourke's best work selected by his longtime friend and hall of fame member Terry McDonell.

Organized in a reader-friendly format, this collection encompasses O'Rourke's diverse range of subjects, from Agriculture to Xenophobia. Explore his writing journey, from his early days at the National Lampoon to his influential reporting for Rolling Stone. The book also features his latest observations on the post-Trump era, pandemic life, and the ever-evolving world of new media. O'Rourke's unique blend of insight, wit, and satire is guaranteed to keep you entertained from cover to cover.

Not only is The Funny Stuff a treasure trove for existing P.J. fans, but it is also an ideal introduction for newcomers to his unparalleled writing style. With its electric verbal energy reminiscent of literary giants like Tom Wolfe and Hunter Thompson, O'Rourke's work stands out for its pure hilarity. Don't miss your chance to experience the genius of one of America's most original and influential writers of the last 50 years.

Ready to dive into the world of P.J. O'Rourke's humor? Get your copy of The Funny Stuff now and prepare for an uproarious journey through his timeless quotes and riffs. Click below to order and join the legions of readers who have fallen under O'Rourke's spell.
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