Poetry for the Insane [Paperback]

Michael B. Davie (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 2003

This is a terrific book of humorous poetry. An impotent message: The book is for the insane. It's also for people who at some point in life made a minor error in judgement or had a fleeting moment of self doubt: the virtually insane. The fact that you have read this far is irrefutable evidence you are afflicted with a form of insanity, even if you can't quite put your finger on it. This book is here to help you. It's literally filled with poetry intended, however unrealistically, to alleviate all manner of mental/emotional distress. The book has been designated Most Important Book of All the Millenniums - the most prestigious honour possible from the Pseudo Psychiatric Institute. The Institute began - and continues - as a concept existing exclusively in the mind of the author himself. Today, the institute is considered by some to be a world leader in the burgeoning field of faux psychiatry. The institute's standards are such that it will steadfastly refuse any affiliation with legitimate psychiatric institutes. It's truly a unique entity. Set your mind free. Embrace this book's remarkable message of love and hope and literary profitability. Everyone is proud of you for having come this far. This is a book with a message to be shared - and cherished.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"I thought I'd never stop laughing... he kills me, he really kills me... now I want to kill him." -- I. Murderman, author, Creep

"Quite possibly the most brilliant book ever written... a work of sheer genius... truly wonderful, absolutely superb..." -- Michael B. Davie, author, Poetry For The Insane

About the Author

Michael B. Davie is an award-winning writer and the author of more than a dozen critically acclaimed books.

He's not realy sure why he wrote Poetry For The Insane.

It seemed like a good idea at the time.

Product Details

• Paperback: 96 pages
• Publisher: MHP-Manor House Publishing Inc. (November 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0973195673
• ISBN-13: 978-0973195675
• Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.2 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,699,596 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

11 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Funny, twisted book made me laugh out loud, January 28, 2004

By A Customer

This review is from: Poetry for the Insane (Paperback)

Poetry For The Insane wore me down.
I tried to resist this ridiculous book's offbeat sense of humour because it's politically incorrect to make fun of people with mental health problems. But this book is about as politically incorrect as they come. And it's funny. Very funny.
I didn't want to find it funny however. I'd like to think I'm too sophisticated to relate to some of the book's toilet humour.
But there was no escaping this relentless assault on the funny bone and I was really annoyed that I kept laughing out loud as I read it. I'd have to recommend this book highly to anyone who wants to have a good laugh, even if it is at someone else's expense.