A**holeology: The Science Behind Getting Your Way - And Getting Away with It

by Steven B. Green, Chris Illuminati, Dennis Lavalle

Book Overview

Steve Carrell--the Pretend Asshole Ari Gold--the Hollywood Asshole Simon Cowell--the Trying-Too-Hard Asshole Mickey Rourke--the Reformed Asshole Barney Stintson--the True Asshole To truly be an... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1598699105
• ISBN13: 9781598699104
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Adams Media Corporation
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.7" x 8.5"

Customer Reviews

"Egotistical, Repugnant, Enthrallingly Hilarious!"

Okay listen up people - you have to read this book! The second I read the description of A**holeology" (The Science Behind Getting Your Way - and Getting Away with it) I was rapt. Who knew that being an A**hole could be so much fun! Steven B. Green, Dennis LaValle, and Chris Illuminati together cleverly master the art of comedic timing. I opened the book and began to explore important questions such as (What Makes an A**hole?) (Why Be an A**hole?) And, the all-important question do I (Have what it Takes?) As I am a gal and not a guy, these questions did not really pertain to me - or did they? Now I am truly intrigued so I continue on. After each chapter, you will read a chapter recap that includes some definitions of vocabulary words straight out of the author's dictionary. Let me enlighten you with a few of my favorites from chapter two - Debaucherous (Indulging in every way possible; also see: "having fun") Repartee (A clever retort used when someone hates you) Natural selection (The process in which the weak are picked off and the strong survive) In chapter seven you will be educated as to how an A**hole should engage with others at such events as weddings, family gatherings, and funerals - yes I said funerals. It is imperative that you read this chapter slowly (give yourself time to soak it all in) if you want to be properly trained in "A**holeology." Oh, and there is a FAQs section towards the end (an added bonus) you will not want to miss! A**holeology was not what I expected. Will you find this book in the self-help section? Um...I don't think so. However, if you have always been somewhat less than assertive, I promise you after reading A**holeology you will find the confidence and empowerment to speak your mind. Co-author Chris Illuminati, is a frequent contributor to AskMen.com, Asylum.com, The Bachelor Guy.com, and Penthouse. In a recent interview he said, "Writing a book has always been a goal, although I never would have expected my first one to be about this particular subject! It's been a great learning process, however, and an encouraging one." His freelance writing attracted an Adams Media editor who was working with co-authors Steven B. Green and Dennis LaValle. The rest as they say is history. Steven B. Green is an experienced actor/screenwriter/comedian. He has appeared in musicals and plays off-Broadway, as well as in television shows and commercials. Dennis LaValle is one of Hollywood's top acting coaches. His credits include numerous Shakespearean productions. He is best known as the goofy cowboy from the pace picante commercials. In closing I am going to recommend this egotistical, repugnant, enthrallingly hilarious collection of comedic genius to everyone that knows an A**hole, and of course to those who inspire to be an A**hole! Review by, Barbara Watkins for Bookpleasures

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This book is amazing. It has tons of insider knowledge will leave you laughing and understanding what makes a**holes tick. A great read. Once I picked it up I could not stop reading. I had to find out all the secrets of the a**hole. Now I must apply them!

Not just for the guys...

At first glance, I didn't think this book would be appropriate for many women. My opinion completely changed once I started reading. I knew that all the women in my life would need to read it. It's not a wimpy self help book, but if you don't feel empowered and confident, then you weren't paying attention. There is no doubt that humor draws you in, but it's the articulate writing and positive reinforcement that keeps you interested. I especially enjoyed the 'review' at the end of each section, to reinforce what you just read. These guys are obviously hilarous, and the risk they took with a book like this is substantial. I know that people agree with me and their reward will be just as great.

Brilliant

The most useful book I've ever read. Well written and informative. Especially helpful is the distinction between A**holes and douchebags!