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Dude, Where's My Country? Paperback – August 1, 2004
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Thank god for Michael Moore because Dude, Where's My Country tells us precisely what went wrong, and, more importantly, how to fix things. In a voice that is fearless, funny, and furious, Moore takes readers to the edge of righteous laughter and divine revenge.
- Print length249 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- Publication dateAugust 1, 2004
- Dimensions6 x 0.69 x 9 inches
- ISBN-100446693790
- ISBN-13978-0446693790
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Customers find the book provides valuable and enlightening information about politics. They describe it as an enjoyable, easy read with humor and intelligent commentary. Readers praise the author's writing style as talented and unusual. They consider it a good value for money, with shocking and valuable information.
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Customers find the book provides great information about politics. They find it well-researched, enlightening, and inspiring. The book is backed with facts and documentation.
"...It is awe inspiring for the plain questions it asks and the startling revelations it makes...." Read more
"...His research is far more essential, as it's directed at the true villains rather than their effete, fear-laden, pom-pommed cheerleaders...." Read more
"...turn around when I realized that he took the time and effort to dig for information and present it to the public with a 'tongue in cheek' twist in..." Read more
"...We live in a wonderful, wealthy and influential country. Wouldn't it be nice if we exported hope and help rather than fear and bombs?..." Read more
Customers find the book easy to read and enjoyable. They say it's well-written in an easy-to-follow style. The book is entertaining and motivating, especially for foreigners.
"...One that made the book entertaining and at the same time gave information that should make everyone take notice as to what is going on around..." Read more
"...Anyway, I found the book to be pretty entertaining and had a few good laughs, but it's not as funny as his first book...." Read more
"...My favorite part of the book (although I do not agree with all of his points) is the chapter ("How to Talk to Your Conservative Brother-in-Law) on..." Read more
"...It is brilliant. The chapter written by him as a grandfather in the future is not a style he should repeat in future books...." Read more
Customers enjoy the humor in the book. They find the commentary intelligent and humorous, with satire and sarcasm.
"...Chapter 10 is hilarious, granted, but this is a book of serious political and social commentary peppered with quips and sarcasm...." Read more
"...Moore brings up a lot of good points and he is funny...." Read more
"...(unless you're just looking for a laugh, because this is a funny book). I'm not using the word ignorant in a negative way...." Read more
"He is so far left he's often in foul territory. But its great comedy & if it changes any votes I'd be surprised...." Read more
Customers praise the author's writing. They find his intelligence and kindness shine through. However, some readers feel he is better at being a filmmaker than a writer.
"...Mike is a better filmmaker than a writer...." Read more
"...The shear goodness and intelligence of the author shines through his writing and contrasts deeply with the flawed little man he so wishes to see..." Read more
"Michael Moore is a very talented and unusual writer,he confronts ,celebrities and people in high places with an unbridled passion...." Read more
Customers consider the book a good value for money. They say it's full of valuable and shocking information, and it's Moore's best yet.
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"I literally could not put it down. This book is Moore's best yet...." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on November 5, 2024Read this book randomly, and it is not something I thought I would sit there trying to actually read. It definitely catches my attention because it’s free speaking and more or less isn’t a book on what you might think its based on.
Definitely something I picked up to read and said why am I actually into this. Good buy.
- Reviewed in the United States on October 11, 2003Hey folks, this is place for book reviews, not just somewhere to hammer your political stakes. If I want to know a good restaurant in which to eat, I don't get much help from people who say "that place sucks," or "it's awesome, maan." Those are not restaurant reviews. They are inarticulate blanket statements that tell me very little about culinary establishments. If some moron who doesn't like Italian food, but loves Chinese food, even if it is bad, makes those statements, I am not in a very good position to find a good restaurant.
But, hey, Moore's book is not exactly fine literature either, nor is it supposed to be. It is the stuff that touches nerves and induces one or two sentence leftwing or rightwing rants. While this may be bad for the Amazon book review section, it is good for political discourse.
And that is where many "professional" reviewers (or the publicists who pick abridged comments) fare little better than the guy who likes lousy Chinese food. The first splash review on the back of the book exclaims "Moore is a comic genius." This comment is like a court reporter exclaiming "Kobe Bryant is a basketball genius" after covering a pretrial hearing.
Well, Moore is damned funny, but the book is not primarily a comic work. Chapter 10 is hilarious, granted, but this is a book of serious political and social commentary peppered with quips and sarcasm. Moore fans already know that model, and they aren't the ones reading these reviews for the purpose of finding a good read.
The book is a Bush-bashing of epic proportions, but the weapon for the beating is not weird conspiracy theories as some might want to claim. Sure, Moore suggests that the war in Iraq is about oil, that the terrorist threat is a Republican political tool to exploit patriotic sentiment, and other ideas that put grins on the faces of liberals and frowns on the faces of conservatives. But the plain well-documented facts in the book do the talking (as they do in any decent piece of research).
Startling revelations of the Bush family's intimate business and social dealings with the Saudi Royal family are Moore's most powerful weapon. And, no, he is not relying on innuendo or rhetoric. Actually, he is using mainstream media sources, even those owned by arch-conservative Rup Murdoch. Moore describes how the Saudis were overtly protected from scrutiny after 9/11 by Ashcroft and company (to the great dismay of the FBI), while hundreds of other Arabs on American soil were rounded up like Japanese Americans during WWII, despite the fact that 15 of the 19 highjackers were Saudis. And that is just an appetizer.
In all, the book effectively discredits Bush and his agenda - from tax cuts to the Patriot Act to foreign affairs. Moore is persuasive in describing Bush's presidency as an absolute disaster for the country (our country if you were wondering which one).
On the disappointing side, Moore wants to have his cake and eat it too (the common pitfall of most political discourse). While Moore doesn't sketch out theories, he asks questions that imply, for example, that Osama wasn't perhaps as responsible as the Saudi establishment for 9/11. But he then asserts his desire for Osama to be caught and held responsible. This is a bit of a trap for Moore. He asks a lot of questions of Bush - legitimate questions that need to be answered. But the reader (particularly the unlikely conservative reader) may see these as rhetorical questions for which Moore is implying answers. The easy leap for the critic is "conspiracy theory." For those less likely to make that judgment, the problem may be more like the Osama one: Innuendo A is not consistent with Assertion B.
Perhaps inevitable, this flaw is the soft underbelly for those wishing to dismiss other parallel arguments which are well crafted and well researched.
Finally, does this book "suck" or is it "awesome?" Well, I read it in one sitting, which rules out "sucks." It is not awesome as in "awesome dude-meister!" It is awe inspiring for the plain questions it asks and the startling revelations it makes. Strip away all of Moore's prose if you wish, and you will be left with a body of research that should leave you sickened not only by Bush and his puppeteers, but by Congress, and maybe even your brother-in-law.
- Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2004Having just finished Al Franken's "Lies" and Michael Moore's "Dude," I'll briefly compare the books. "Lies," the more innocuous of the two, uses a team of crack Harvard minds to expose the lies and distortions of mostly...drumroll please...rightwing pundits. Yes, the vain clowns on a.m. radio who, surprise!, aren't so square with the listening public. But despite the impact these megalomaniacs have on political culture, can their advocates' opinions really be changed by Al Franken? And while the bugle call of ultra-nationalists like Coulter, Limbaugh and Hannity has resounded in American society since its inception, shouldn't these egoists be dutifully ignored rather than glamorized on book covers of their opposition? But a late chapter reveals why Franken's wrath is directed more at these nutcases than the one running the real show--turns out Franken had to humbly admit he initially supported the Iraq war, and even took a fun ride on the bandwagon bashing the Germans, the French, and the Dixie Chicks. Of course the said war--now proven completely unnecessary--makes America (and sorry, you too Al) seem even more like some big, dim-witted bully teeing off at anyone in range after someone just put gum on his chair. Jeez, you know just how far right your country has gone when a centrist like Franken is considered one of the left's foremost champions. Franken will likely run for office some day; sadly, this shows in his latest work.
Moore's book is the more effective, but not just because of his steadfast vision and relative fearlessness. His research is far more essential, as it's directed at the true villains rather than their effete, fear-laden, pom-pommed cheerleaders. One section--and one that's probably out of Franken's reach--beautifully articulates that while terrorism poses a virtual non-threat to one's safety, the hype of this ghost has allowed the radical right's agenda to haunt America nearly unchecked. Seems America has become the home of the cowardly, the wimpy--anyone but the brave. And the neocons know our penchant for getting easily spooked, and are poised to use this shortcoming to further dismantle the America we know and love. Amid all this, while uncovering lies of nutty pundits Franken-style is entertaining, it avoids the dredging of dark truths found in Moore's book--an exercise of far greater commitment, integrity and substance.
Top reviews from other countries
DarleneReviewed in Canada on February 10, 20135.0 out of 5 stars Michael, you scare the hell out of me.
I am not an American, but even so our countries, ways and thoughts as so similar I felt I should try and get a handle on some of the activies I have noticed in both of our Countries. I became aware of Michael through various television shows he has appeared on. OMG. The contents curled my hair. So I am off and a thousand research trails and a little less naive. Thank you Michael.
Chris KaneReviewed in the United Kingdom on October 12, 20035.0 out of 5 stars Viva la revoution!
On the wave of Gulf War II war mongering its been looking more and more likey that George W could actually get that dreaded second term...
Up steps Michael Moore. Mike's mission this time round is to educate the American public and the rest of us as to why Bush and Co. aren't fit to run a bakery, let alone the most powerful nation on the planet.
The major difference you'll notice from 'Stupid White Men' is that hes supplied sources at the bottem of the page as he writes; something that bothered me about his last book.
This is a great book, incredibly insightful into the American capitalist steamroller that is slowly crushing the world and its poor and how the government let them, nay help them, get away with it. I'd really recommed this book to anyone who is interested in American politics but hasnt read much about it;
Moore shocks and educates you, but he does it though satire and humour and in the end leaves you with a fuzzy feeling that all is not lost, unlike Rouge State by William Blum, which just leaves you shell-shocked.
Despite its political basis this is also a very funny book; Moore having a flair for sarcastic humour that had me giggling throughout.
Dude Wheres My Country is a great book with a great subject by a great author. It almost makes me wish i lived in the US to help out Bush II ...... almost.
KRESIMIR KRNJEVICReviewed in Canada on January 11, 20172.0 out of 5 stars Two Stars
Ho Hum!
GlimmersReviewed in Japan on July 3, 20044.0 out of 5 stars Dude, Where's My Country. (Michael Moore)
Michael Moore is getting better in his 'ole age. Still a lot of hatred for what happened in Flint, Michigan but many, many good points on the "State of the Union". A must read.
Diver2812Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 7, 20034.0 out of 5 stars It will raise a smile and the odd eyebrow
For those of you who have read the author before then you'll know what to expect. For first-timers I would recommend Stupid White Men first then this one. Its not all a lengthy Anti-Bush polemic, there are some respectful nods to Republican America, and some gentle ribbing of the left. It also notes the difference between Britain and the U.S. and U.K. in our attitudes to politicians. Brits don't trust them and find it risible if they try to wrap themselves in the Union Flag, imagine Tony B. saying 'God Bless Great Britain'. Yet its a fixture in every U.S. Presidents speeech. I loved the idea of getting Oprah to run for President. Its witty, thought provoking and in some places scary. Moore is not afraid to lay the foibles of both the right and left on the table and poke them with a sharp wit. Will someone start a Micheal Moore for President campaign soon, if Martin Sheen won't run and Oprah won't take a pay cut then Mike's your man.
