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Governor Arnold: A Photodiary of His First 100 Days in Office

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Arnold Schwarzenegger won the recall election, but GOVERNOR ARNOLD wins my vote for funniest book of 2004 (I know it's only January, but it's going to take a real upset to come up with a funnier book than this). Andy Borowitz leads us through a hilarious photo history of Governor Arnold's first 100 days in Sacramento, using screamingly funny photos from his movies and equally side-splitting captions. This book is a MUST-BUY for anyone who needs a good laugh, and everyone who lives in California...

I am still gasping for air after laughing my way through this unbelievably funny book. It's such a brilliant and simple idea - dig up hilarious photos of Arnold Schwarzenegger and use them to illutstrate the "real" story of his first 100 days in office. The captions are even funnier than the pictures, and the whole package is a work of (somewhat sick) genius! Looking forward to the photodiary of his second hundred days.

I have never laughed so hard at a book - the photo of Governor Arnold introducing "Casual Fridays" to Sacramento is worth the price alone! An unbelievably inspired concept, perfectly executed. Two thumbs way up.

I have voted Republican my entire life, and even voted for Arnold, which is why my brother gave me this book (to poke fun at me). Well, I laughed and laughed and I have given it to many of my Republican friends. The combination of the funny pictures (especially the Conan era ones) and the captions is irresistible.

I am a HUGE fan of Andy Borowitz from hs work in The New Yorker and also his website. Governor Arnold is a must-have for Borowitz fans. It's typical of his work - side-splittingly hilarious AND concise. It's a quick read, to be sure, but you'll read it again and again. (PS - I don't think Arnold has ever looked in better shape!!!)

I have no idea where they found these pictures of our Governor, but they truly have to be seen to be believed. (I don't think even Maria Shriver has seen him like this.) The captions made me laugh out loud! This is the perfect book for anyone who wants to get their mind off their troubles and get a good, long belly-laugh. It hits the bullseye.

Next time Arnold Schwarzenegger gives one of his oh-so-serious speeches about the California state budget, it will be very gard to keep a straight face, because all I will be thinking of is the pictures in "Governor Arnold." This is a very, very funny book that is also top-notch political satire. For those of us who read and enjoy Al Franken, Michael Moore, David Sedaris and Sarah Vowell. A must-buy!

No one captures the absurdity of politics better than Andy Borowitz, and he has done it again with GOVERNOR ARNOLD. I have had this book on my desk for the past three months and have had it stolen about five times! Once people start reading it they can't put it down - and neither will you. Highly, highly recommended.

You'll smile, you'll chuckle at the antics of our nation's strongest governor groping his way to lead the Golden State. Borowitz's GOVERNOR ARNOLD will lift your spirits to new heights in these weighty, troubling times.

This expatriate Californian still can't believe that The Gropinator made it to the governor's office. That said, this book is chock-full o' beefcake photos, hilariously captioned. Andy Borowitz is an incredibly prolific writer these days, and almost everything he touches turns to comic gold (including his daily news "SHOCKERS!" delivered by e-mail).

A great gift item, too. Buy 'em by the bag!