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Never Sniff A Gift Fish
More humerous observations and insights into the agonies and ecstacies of hunting, fishing, and camping by the author of They Shoot Canoes, Don't They?and other celebrations of life in the wild.
Paperback, 217 pages
Published
September 15th 1984
by Holt Paperbacks
(first published January 1st 1983)
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20 years ago, my brothers and I each got one of these novels from my uncle in Montana. Last night, I read a few chapters from one of them before going to bed. I've lost copies, sent some to my brother in Afghanistan, and replaced them with new copies and some from the library book sale.
Patrick McManus, while keeping things more or less PG rated, tells stories from his 'childhood' that I can say are entertaining for children and adults alike. While his writing and humor can be a little campy, his...more
Patrick McManus, while keeping things more or less PG rated, tells stories from his 'childhood' that I can say are entertaining for children and adults alike. While his writing and humor can be a little campy, his...more
A collection of hilarious stories by outdoor humorist Patrick McManus. The author has published a whole series of such stories, many of which are based "loosely" on his experiences growing up in Sandpoint, Idaho. McManus is a former columnist for "Field & Stream" and "Outdoor Life" magazines. What is not well-known is that he is also a former professor of English at Eastern Washington University. His homespun style in these books might obscure the fact that only a master craftsman of the Eng...more
Some of my fondest memories surround sharing these stories with my papa. We would take turns reading and giggling ourselves teary eyed until the wee hours of the morning. Now that he is gone, these stories (and all the others in the series) help remind me of what a blessing he was in my life. These are books of short stories/essays about the outdoors. I am neither a hunter or a fisherman, but I found these stories absolutely hilarious! They are even better when shared! Do yourself a favor and re...more
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mcmanus is hilarious. nothing wrong w/laughter and you'll laugh lots reading the stories in his collections. first appearing in a major major major major magazine....dentists the world over have discovered that by having a copy, even old copies, in their waiting rooms, the customers forget where they're at and come back when scheduled. good reads, all!
Oh man, this brings back memories. My favorite elementary school teacher used to read this book to us while we waited for the bus at the end of the day. ^_^ He would laugh until he cried, while we stood riveted at our desks, waiting for him to be able to speak again so we could hear the punch line. =)
Been several years since I have read this book - or other McManus book. Forgot how good they were and how much I enjoyed. Pat McManus's books are a must read for any outdoors-person or anyone in need of a good laugh. Unfortunately, I can relate to a lot of these stories - especially "The Big Match".
I really like this writer. Hillarious stories from a boy/man's point of view. His best friend is "Wretch Sweeney". If you like the Red Green show you will like McManus. All about the crazy stuff boys do.
I really like Patrick McManus's books as well because they are short stories, but so funny. The way he looks at things dealing with outdoor sports is just great. Often from a kids perspective which I love.
Funny hunting and fishing book. Stories are very memorable. My favorite was Blowing Smoke where he would puff on a pipe and look thoughtful after falling off a log, which confused his friends.
When I was about 12, Patrick McManus filled the role that Terry Pratchett would fill later. His outdoor humor is easy to relate to and gently satrical. They might rate more stars if I reread them. When I catch up on the classics and all the satire ever produced, I'll probably revisit them to see how I feel about them as an adult.
Could not help but laugh when I read this book, unfortunately I was in the emergency room waiting area when I did. Very funny book.
Jan 24, 2013
Nathan Thompson
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I used this book for forensics because it was so funny! It tells about the everyday life of the author.
Another McManus great! Loved this book growing up. All his books are compliations of short humorous stories.
This book is like Country Bumkins meet the Great Outdoors. All the strange stuff you could think about doing, well this guy has probably tried doing it.
Simply fun! Some of his gags are predictable. Yet, the punchline is always LOL funny!
Pat McManus' stories, read to me around the campfire during our yearly camping trip near Estacada, Oregon, almost always made me wet my pants laughing. Which is no fun while you're camping (since we did REAL camping, with no showers, just the river that was way too cold to bathe in.) In this particular McManus collection, "The Mountain Car" is my favorite - it chronicles Pat and his best friend, who purchase a beat-up car, which they love so much, they name after their favorite teacher, Mrs. Pea...more
My FAVORITE! This is a laugh-out-loud masterpiece.
Another on the list to reread.
We are hooked on this author!
My 14 yo son and I read this together. We're not hunters or avid campers or anything, but McManus has a way of defining jargon as he goes along so the constant stream of laughter isn't slowed down by confusion. Not a lot of wisdom here maybe, because many of the 'characters' are slightly stereotyped role-fillers (ie, the long-suffering wife, the friend who isn't quite as smart as the fish, etc.), but it's all friendly fun. Recommended to plenty of people who might not think they'll actually laug...more
Jul 27, 2010
Elizabeth
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5 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
people who commonly receive gift fish
Sage, sage advise
Hilarious. Also read in September of 1984.
See my review of "A fine and Pleasant Misery" for a more comprehensive view of my feelings on Patrick McManus. Suffice it to say, I've had this book in my purse to read in doctor's office waiting rooms. However, I'll have to remove it because I laughed out loud so hard in the last waiting room that I'm not sure I can show my face in there again. Well, at least it was a pleasant wait.
I love Patrick McManus's books! They are laugh out loud funny! I guess because I love the outdoors and I always went exploring as a kid. I think his stories are just so funny! These stories are great for the car because they are all short stories. Of course with all of his books some stories are better than others but definitely a must read for outdoor enthusiasts.
I was expecting a story but each chapter is another short story. Some of them had me laughing pretty hard and others at least made me grin. Fast read and entertaining. Not my favorite type of book, it is more for a bathroom reader in my mind.
All of Patrick McManus books are great short stories for all ages. I read them to the girls when they were little and we would laugh so had that I could hardly read. A sports writer that has a great sense for humor! Great for all ages.
Good for sons and husbands! This guys adventures outdoors with his buddies are hysterical! Will make you cry with laughter!
i bought this for my dad for father's day, and in the end, i think i ended up reading it before he did. those gifts are the best...ha ha..
'K, so usually when I read humor I laugh only on the inside, but this one had me giggling throughout the book.
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Patrick F. McManus (born August 25, 1933) is an American outdoor humor writer. A humor columnist for Outdoor Life and other magazines, his columns have been collected in several books, beginning with A Fine and Pleasant Misery (1978) up through The Bear in the Attic (2002).
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Sep 24, 2010 01:59pm