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A rapid-fire, cynical masterclass in dismantling the absurdities of human behavior and the English language. These 12 books are the closest matches in mood, pace and themes, with what each one shares with Brain Droppings.
- provocative
- energetic
- absurd
- intellectually restless
- 01
Napalm & silly putty
George Carlin · 2001
A relentless, razor-sharp barrage of linguistic acrobatics and cynical observations about the absurdity of the human condition.
- 02
When will Jesus bring the pork chops?
George Carlin · 2004
A relentless, laugh-out-loud barrage of cynical observations and linguistic gymnastics that skewers every sacred cow in modern society.
- 03
Sex, Drugs, and Cocoa Puffs
Chuck Klosterman
A hyper-caffeinated, wildly entertaining deep dive into the profound philosophical truths hidden inside our trashiest pop culture.
- 04
Let's Explore Diabetes with Owls
David Sedaris
A globe-trotting masterclass in finding the hilarious, grotesque, and surprisingly tender details hidden in everyday life.
- 05
SeinLanguage
Jerry Seinfeld
A snappy, observational romp through the trivial absurdities of everyday life that feels like hanging out at a diner with a hilarious, slightly neurotic friend.
- 06
Food
Jim Gaffigan
A hilarious, unapologetic love letter to the worst foods in the American diet, delivered with the timing of a master stand-up.
- 07
The World According to Clarkson
Jeremy Clarkson
A boisterous, laugh-out-loud tour through the absurdities and eccentricities of modern life.
- 08
Stupid white men
Michael Moore · 2001
A loud, unapologetic, and darkly funny primal scream against political and corporate hypocrisy.
- 09
I Am America (And So Can You!)
Stephen Colbert
A bombastic, laugh-out-loud masterclass in political satire delivered by cable news's favorite faux-conservative blowhard.
- 10
When You Are Engulfed in Flames
David Sedaris · 2008
A masterclass in turning everyday mortifications and neurotic spirals into sharp, surprisingly tender comedy.
- 11
And Another Thing
Jeremy Clarkson
A wry, anecdotal romp through the absurdities and perplexities of modern social customs.
- 12
Lies
Al Franken · 2003
A sharp, humorous dismantling of political rhetoric and media falsehoods that invites readers to laugh at the absurdity of modern political culture.
