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The Taming of the Screw Paperback – April 27, 2000

by Dave Barry (Author), Jerry O'Brien (Illustrator)

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Barry concentrates on the popular topic of home repair.

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April 27, 2000
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0878574840
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“If you belong to the purple thumb brigade and agree that a tool is an object that enables you to take advantage of the laws of physics and mechanics in such a way that you can seriously injure yourself, you will find a kindred spirit in Dave Barry, the author of the hilarious book The Taming of the Screw.” —Family Handyman magazine

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Dave Barry is a Pulitzer Prize-winning Miami Herald journalist whose articles appear in hundreds of newspapers each week. He is the author of more than 20 books and lives in Miami, Florida.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Rodale Books (April 27, 2000)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 96 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0878574840
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0878574841
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 6.2 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.25 x 0.3 x 8.25 inches

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The New York Times has pronounced Dave Barry "the funniest man in America." But of course that could have been on a slow news day when there wasn't much else fit to print. True, his bestselling collections of columns are legendary, but it is his wholly original books that reveal him as an American icon. Dave Barry Slept Here was his version of American history. Dave Barry Does Japan was a contribution to international peace and understanding from which Japan has not yet fully recovered. Dave Barry's Complete Guide to Guys is among the best-read volumes in rehab centers and prisons. Raised in a suburb of New York, educated in a suburb of Philadelphia, he lives now in a suburb of Miami. He is not, as he often puts it so poetically, making this up.

Dave’s most recent books are “Best. State. Ever.: A Florida Man Defends His Homeland,” and “Lessons From Lucy: The Simple Joys of an Old, Happy Dog.” His next book, “A Field Guide To The Jewish People,” which he co-wrote with his friends Adam Mansbach and Alan Zweibel, will be published September 24. Dave is not Jewish, but Adam and Alan are, so it’s kosher.

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Consumerette

Good but not his best

Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2015

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I'm a huge Dave Barry fan, loved his sydicated column, and found two of his other books almost mystically hilarious.

This book, however, never entirely got off the ground for me, perhaps because it concentrates on just one subject. Also, some of the illustrations are very funny, but they feature a character who looks nothing like Dave Barry. This is sort of distancing and distracting, since self-deprecation is the cornerstone of Barry's humor, and we all know what he looks like, so the illustrations require you to think of these situations happening to someone other than the author. And no one could be funnier than he is in a funny situation, so the cartoon character tends (for me at least) to short-circuit the humor in the writing.

I'm writing this review mainly because I hope you won't give up on Barry entirely if you read this book and don't like it. "Dave Barry Talks Back" is my favorite of his books so far; I've read it twice, and it never fails to make me laugh out loud. Actually, just thinking about one of the chapters, concerning a dog that has to be let out and back in at night, is making me chuckle right now. What I love most about his work is its combination of sharp humor and humaneness. He writes some very pointed and challenging things, but no matter how outrageous, they're not mean.

Well, anyway. This is probably the most complimentery four-star review I'll ever write. Just saying, if you're thinking about starting on antidepressants, read Dave Barry first; but maybe start with one of his other books.

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john weil

Quick shipment

Reviewed in the United States on October 2, 2020

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Good condition, good price

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K. Laurey

Not top-notch Barry, but still worth reading

Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2016

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If you're as much of a fan of Dave's as I am (when I grow up, I want to be just like him) you'll probably get this volume eventually, and it's a nice addition to your collection. It's different from the essay-style humor you're used to, and it seems a bit of a stretch making it into a whole book. But even average Barry is much funnier than nothing. You'll especially appreciate this if you are, like me, repair-challenged.

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Dee Kaiser

Vintage Barry is a great read

Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2015

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It was only a matter of time before Dave got around to the weighty issue of household repair. Dave is near the top of his game with this effort. I've yet to be disappointed by any Barry book, fiction or non-fiction.

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E. Haiston

Good, but..,

Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2016

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A little bit toooo funny...

Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2010

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I ordered "The Taming of the Screw" book on line and was pleased with the results. The book was in good condition, as stated by the seller. Delivery was prompt. I am quite satisfied with the handling of the order.

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Fieldem

Fun book

Reviewed in the United States on June 29, 2013

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I had purchased this book many years ago and ordered this one for a grandson who will just love it too.

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