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loved this book, August 16, 2006
This review is from: Pop Culture: The Sane Man's Guide to the Insane World of New Fatherhood (Paperback)
Most books for fathers are just terrible. I'm a 28 y.o. dad of two kids, got lots of dad books when my kids were born, for Father's Day and so on and most of them really offended me. The writers acted like I'd never want to change a diaper, couldn't manage a stroller without my wife, really unbelievable stuff. (I have a PhD, I think I can handle a stroller!) But Christopher Healy's book is really funny, really smart, I totally related to it and laughed out loud--repeatedly. My wife borrowed it and liked it as much as I did (she said it was as funny as Vicki Iovine's books, even for moms). HIGHLY recommend.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
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Not Your Typical New-Dad Book, December 28, 2006
This review is from: Pop Culture: The Sane Man's Guide to the Insane World of New Fatherhood (Paperback)
There are many fatherhood books out there, and if you're browsing through titles trying to choose one, they all start to sound the same: a how-to comedic exaggeration of the transition from man to dad.
Despite the fact that this book's title doesn't break that cycle, I found its content not just funny but rollicking, not just informative but insightful, not just readable but relatable.
In terms of humor, Healy keeps the stereotypical bamboozled-dad slapstick scenarios to a minimum, and his references to pop culture, especially in the chapter and section titles, are enjoyably clever. Information-wise, the book goes beyond the catalog of obvious advice in discussing the nuances of hot topics like birthday parties and play dates. Also, Healy has quoted the experiences of many new dads around the world, which not only presents a range of observations but also adds variety to the book's narration.
I happen to be one of the dads quoted in this book, but since we all contributed for nothing but the love of the game, I don't stand to gain much by writing such a favorable review. Rather, I strongly recommend _Pop Culture_ because I've read quite a few fatherhood books, and out of them all, it's one of the most complete: readable, entertaining, and enlightening.
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A Fantastic Book (for all parents), January 8, 2007
This review is from: Pop Culture: The Sane Man's Guide to the Insane World of New Fatherhood (Paperback)
What a neat little book! I originally picked it up for my husband, and now we arm-wrestle each other to read it. It tells it like it is for guys without talking down to them. Another neat part of the book is the way it explores the ever-changing role of fatherhood as men are now facing the "gotta-do-it-all" syndrome women have been through (career vs. family). It also explores the social changes you run into raising a kid and how to deal with them (ex- opinionated parents, child playgroup politics, etc...). Add in humorous writing and quirky pop culture references, and you end up with an informative--yet fun to read--book which gives future/new dads (and moms) everywhere the peace of mind we are not alone.
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