Hey, Idiot!: Chronicles of Human Stupidity [Paperback]

Leland Gregory (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1, 2003

It's not feelings of superiority that make us suspect the universe is filled with dumb people: The universe really is filled with dumb people, as it's easy to see in Leland Gregory's Hey Idiot! Gregory, a former Saturday Night Live writer, is the smart cookie who's previously showed us gray matter-challenged examples in everything from the criminal world to the hallowed halls of government. This time, everyone, everywhere is fair game if they've exhibited outrageously stupid behavior. Consider: The forgetful fireman who left cooking oil on the stove and burned the station house down; A lung cancer patient who caused an explosion when he lit up a cigarette - in his oxygen tent; A 58-year-old billiards player who was suspended from competition after testing positive for a muscle-building hormone; F. Edward Herbert, chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, who said, "The only way we'll get a volunteer army is to draft them." Hey Idiot! lets everyone from bosses to public officials, doctors to sports heroes, skewer themselves with their moronic words and action. Readers - and there are loads of them who can't turn away from "America's funniest and dumbest" TV shows - will howl with laughter at the more than 200 examples of boneheadedness and buffoonery.

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About the Author

Leland Gregory coauthored the New York Times best-seller America's Dumbest Criminals. He's also written Great Government Goofs, Presumed Ignorant, and Presidential Indiscretions. AMP buyers will also remember this indefatigable promoter's strong sellers What's The Number for 911? What's the Number for 911, Again? and The Stupid Crook Book. Leland has long proven to be one of the best-selling non-cartoon humorists on our list, a track record we feel certain he'll maintain with Hey Idiot!

Product Details

• Paperback: 240 pages
• Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing (October 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0740739026
• ISBN-13: 978-0740739026
• Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 4.9 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #925,770 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Leland Gregory is the New York Times Bestselling author of "Stupid American History" and "America's Dumbest Criminals." He is also author of the National Bestsellers, "The Stupid Crook Book," "What's The Number for 911?" and "Stupid History." Leland is a former writer for Saturday Night Live, has written and sold a screenplay to Disney, optioned a screenplay to Touchstone and has written for a variety of magazines from Readers Digest to Maxim. A tireless promoter, he has made hundreds of radio and television appearances, including multiple appearances on NBC's Today show. Leland lives in Nashville, Tennessee.

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Hey, Idiot is funny and light reading!, May 23, 2006

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A. Young "#1 teacher" (Hamilton, MI USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Hey, Idiot!: Chronicles of Human Stupidity (Paperback)

I found this book both funny and light reading. It was perfect for the time when you don't want to get into a novel or don't have the time. Some of the people do the darndest things. Makes you wonder how the human race ever got this far. I recommend it as long as you don't take humanity too seriously.

10 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Not great,but not awful, November 27, 2003

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Jazz Fan (USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Hey, Idiot!: Chronicles of Human Stupidity (Paperback)

I wasn't thrilled by this book, but by the same token, I wasn't impelled to get my money back. It's...well, okay, I guess. Much of the info here, as was noted, isn't verified, and I have a feeling that a lot is bogus. I was hoping for something more along the lines of the Darwin Awards. That said, one does get some laughs here.

12 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Encyclopedia of Stupidity!!!, October 22, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Hey, Idiot!: Chronicles of Human Stupidity (Paperback)

This is one funny book! I found myself laughing out loud and shaking my head in amazement at the same time. "Hey, Idiot!" is a great way to start the morning or anytime you need a quick laugh. I can't believe how stupid some people can be - it boggles the mind. I highly recommend this book to anyone who likes to laugh. Because, like the author says, if you can't laugh at yourself...then laugh at someone else. This is a must buy book.