Underrated (Paperback)

~ Josh Abraham (Author), Nick Jezarian (Author), Geoff Wolinetz (Author)
Key Phrases: color commentator, Van Halen, New York, Good Times (more...)

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Product Description

Contrary to popular legend, every dog does not have his day. Some dogs--i.e., musicians, actors, foodstuffs, sitcoms, beverages, albums, and movies--are perennially overlooked. This book will change all that. Using a highly scientific, unabashedly subjective, yet uncannily accurate formula, the brilliant comedic minds behind Yankee Pot Roast can help you determine with absolute confidence whether something or someone is underrated (George Harrison) or not (Paul McCartney).

For example: Underrated
Good Times
Bubble Yum
Snapple

Not Underrated
Diff'rent Strokes
Big League Chew
Dr. Pepper

The UR (Underrated Rating) takes into account cultural, commercial, and critical appeal, as well as more nebulous but equally crucial factors like coolness and staying power.

Admit it--you've suspected for years that NewsRadio is a criminally ignored masterpiece. Now you can prove it.

From the Publisher

Praise For Underrated

"A refreshing, smart, funny dose of water-cooler talk." --Neal Pollack, author of Alternadad

"We all derive pleasure from claiming that we liked something before anyone else did. Now we have hilarious proof of our coolness." --Claire Zulkey, television critic, the LA Times and Onion AV Club

"Smart and funny." --Will Leitch, author of God Save The Fan and editor of Deadspin

"A great go-to source about the underdogs you've always rooted for. Read this book!" --Daniel H. Wilson and Anna C. Long, authors of The Mad Scientist Hall of Fame

"Just that f***ing little bit more clever than the rest of us." --Dennis DiClaudio, author, The Hypochondriac's Pocket Guide to Horrible Diseases You Probably Already Have

"This book had me both screaming at the pages and laughing hysterically. A pure joy." -- Jeff Pearlman, author, The Bad Guys Won

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Product Details

• Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: Citadel; illustrated edition edition (July 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0806528702
• ISBN-13: 978-0806528700
• Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.4 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,284,654 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars You know what else is underrated?, December 10, 2008

By	John Rowan - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Just like the title, this book is completely underrated. It's a conversation at 2am on a Saturday with 3 of your funniest friends. This book explores topics that don't normally come up in conversation but should.
Was Toto underrated or just bad? Is the War of 1812 overlooked by history? Did George Harrison get the credit he deserved? Whether you agree or not, each argument is funny, smart, and thought-provoking. A really enjoyable read.

4.0 out of 5 stars 4 Stars because nothing is perfect, September 2, 2008

By	evilmonkey (NJ) - See all my reviews

This book is the greatest thing since Freezie Freakies. But that's why it doesn't get 5 stars. There is no mention of freezie freakies anywhere in the book. So 4 out of 5.

Other than that it's flawless.

Definitely recommended

5.0 out of 5 stars Rosie--Los Angeles--laughed outloud, August 20, 2008

By	Rosie (Los Angeles) - See all my reviews

Underrated (probably the only book of its kind) is very funny, nostolgic and informative. While on a recent plane trip, I found myself laughing outloud. It was thoroughly entertaining to reminisce about TV shows, food,actors and topics I haven't thought about in a long time, especially in a way the writers portray it with their clever and intelligent sense of humor. I, subsequently, went to rent "Carlito's Way", ate meatloaf for dinner and craved a chipwich (which I will try to locate in my neighborhood). It's about time for this type of book....loved it and recommend it for any age to find something you can relate to....