Like many reclusive celebrities, Big Foot is misunderstood. In his touching memoir Me Write Book he wants to set the record straight, provin...
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Sep 20, 2010
Bird Brian
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In case you've been asking yourself how juvenile my humor is (and I just know you have), this book should provide some guidance. The premise should be pretty easy to guess from the title, so the only question remaining is "how well does the author execute the joke?"
The answer is pretty fucking skillfully. It starts off with a foreward by the Loch Ness Monster. Funny, but kind of predictable.
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Then, it starts in with Big Foot as a has-been celebrity, having re More...
The answer is pretty fucking skillfully. It starts off with a foreward by the Loch Ness Monster. Funny, but kind of predictable.
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Then, it starts in with Big Foot as a has-been celebrity, having re More...
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Aug 22, 2007
Mac
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A very cerebral, erudite, extremely well written and researched memoir that sets the record straight about this grossly misunderstood creature. While somewhat dryly scientific and intellectual, it is at the same time palpably tender and almost sentimental. And if you don't like it, Bigfoot will eat your face.
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Jan 03, 2011
Ak
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I shudder to think of all the harried parents who've mistakenly grabbed this for their children just because it's got cartoons. This is not appropriate for children. It's not appropriate for humans of ANY age. I have to paraphrase Roger Ebert's review of the South Park movie again - I lol'd mao, but wasn't always proud of it.
The humor, like Bigfoot himself, is hyperviolent and operates by surprise - it lulls you into being all "oh, how fuzzy and cute" and patronizing, More...
The humor, like Bigfoot himself, is hyperviolent and operates by surprise - it lulls you into being all "oh, how fuzzy and cute" and patronizing, More...
Sep 19, 2008
Linda
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We were very nearly tossed out of a restaurant over this book. It was purchased as a gift for a friend, and we were reading it out loud as we celebrated his birthday. I snorted iced tea out my nose.
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Jan 05, 2009
Elh52
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Vol. II - You really haven't lived until you've read this second volume of the autobiography of Bigfoot. I have my reader-of-strange-things friend Beverly to thank for these.
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Nov 23, 2011
Heather
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After three years of wanting to read this interesting memoir, our paths finally crossed at my friend Jessie's house, when I was visiting her for a few days in BC. A quick read, the book delighted me both in words and illustrations. Considering how elusive Bigfoot is, his inconstant relationship with the media, I'm really surprised that this book did not hit any bestseller lists. Regardless, both Bigfoot's adventures and a snappy introduction by the Loch Ness Monster make this book a delightful r
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Mar 07, 2009
jess
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The second of three bigfoot autobiographies from Graham Roumieu, this one made me wish i had the foresight to read them in order. it seemed like the perfect bridge between the first and last book - stronger and funnier than the first one, but not as heavy-handed and polished as the third. like goldilocks might say, it's just right.
mister scribbles and bigfoot's allergies to each other broke my heart a little bit. the lonely, exhausting life of a violent, semi-mythological pop sensat More...
mister scribbles and bigfoot's allergies to each other broke my heart a little bit. the lonely, exhausting life of a violent, semi-mythological pop sensat More...
Feb 23, 2011
Jason (FNORDinc)
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Writing a review like Big Foot (from Roumieu’s book) is similar to playing scrabble drunk and simultaneously channeling the spirit of Frank Zappa, circa “Don’t Eat the Yellow Snow” (apostrophe, 1974 ). I hope to never to do this again, it was that painful. Great book though.
Me Write book write by Graham Roumieu. Very funny! Not children book, not classic literature. Somewhere in between is book, made for adult and is violent bloody.
Book was write from the perspective of Big F More...
Me Write book write by Graham Roumieu. Very funny! Not children book, not classic literature. Somewhere in between is book, made for adult and is violent bloody.
Book was write from the perspective of Big F More...
Feb 24, 2010
anonymous
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Some spots were funny, but then again, some were so-so. This is the sequel to Roumieu's "In Me Own Words" and while I liked it, it wasn't like every page was hilarious. In fact, most of the pages didn't really make me laugh. That isn't to say there weren't moments where I did. I just felt like it could have been funnier in some way. Not sure what way though.
The illustrations are great in conveying each section and driving home its story/point. The whole book kind of revolv More...
The illustrations are great in conveying each section and driving home its story/point. The whole book kind of revolv More...
Jun 14, 2009
Ben
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I knew that this would be an incredible read when just a couple of pages in this appeared: “It true, Bigfoot career been in hole lately. Bigfoot mania of the ‘70’s and ‘80’s but distant memory. I famous for ability to not be see but don’t think I not notice you not notice. I blame music television and internet. People too lazy and stupid to appreciate conceptual artist like Bigfoot who appeal is absence.” Brilliant execution of a brilliant concept.
Nov 30, 2008
Charles
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A foul-mouthed Bigfoot writes about his rise and fall from fame, and the harsh realities of life as the last of his kind. This is an hilarious book, but Bigfoot's poor english, rudimentary art skills (each short vignette is accompanied by an illustration), and middle school sensibilities make it a somewhat touching read despite his vindictive streak.
Jul 24, 2009
Aras
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A short humourous 'memoir' by Bigfoot. I thought some of the bits were absolutely hilarious, but then other parts fell pretty flat for page after page. I think it would have been stronger if it was more linear, and developed more of the bittersweet isolation of the character, rather than every page being a brand new kooky idea.
Nov 26, 2009
Amy
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I don't think this was really my cup of tea. I was expecting the humor to be quite clever under the guise of stupidity, unfortunately it was just as the cover makes it look. The jokes are low-brow which I suppose is what you'd really get from a book written by Bigfoot, but I still can't help feeling a tad disappointed.
Aug 16, 2010
Chriss
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A friend lent this to me. She enjoyed it and I liked the first two illustrations. But the rest of the humor was too crude for me. I also had a hard time reading the cursive in the Loch Ness Monster's introduction. Overall, I found the text hard to read at times and the humor itself just wasn't to my taste.
Jun 12, 2011
Ian
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i have a better understanding of the guy.
as a musician, his lyrics speak volumes.
Hey baby can you no see there a teardrop in my eye?
Hey baby can you no see you baking sadness pie?
And it hot and it burn when i put it in my mouth
And it burn me insides tooooo
i was moved...deeply...
as a musician, his lyrics speak volumes.
Hey baby can you no see there a teardrop in my eye?
Hey baby can you no see you baking sadness pie?
And it hot and it burn when i put it in my mouth
And it burn me insides tooooo
i was moved...deeply...
Apr 05, 2010
Margaret
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Written as though a book for children this one is definitely for adults. It is playful, clever, and laugh out loud funny. A great gift for a friend who needs a laugh.
Warning: I found myself wanting to read this one out loud in funny voices, resulting in much derision from my roommates.
Warning: I found myself wanting to read this one out loud in funny voices, resulting in much derision from my roommates.
Mar 16, 2010
Manuel
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Did you know that Bigfoot is actually a jaded famewhore looking for a break into showbusiness? Well he is. And he hates all the tourists that hound him. He's just like you and me!
This series is really funny.
This one reveals a bit more of Bigfoot's vulnerable side. And is hilarious.
This series is really funny.
This one reveals a bit more of Bigfoot's vulnerable side. And is hilarious.
May 13, 2009
Amanda
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This book is amusing enough, but certainly not a children's book! I was surprised that it was in the Children's section of the Library. It is a clever idea, to write from the perspective of big foot. This certainly allows the author to throw any and all rules of grammar out the window!
I picked the book up, because I am in the process of writing a children's book about a Yeti (big foot's Himalayan cousin). I wanted to see how someone else might present a similar story, and I was a bit More...
I picked the book up, because I am in the process of writing a children's book about a Yeti (big foot's Himalayan cousin). I wanted to see how someone else might present a similar story, and I was a bit More...
May 17, 2011
Dina
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Super funny quick read. Plus a intro by the Loch Ness Monster. How can you beat that? Need to kill 20 minutes pick this book up. I actually laughed out loud at a few things but it's also very topical so a few of the things he talks about will escape younger readers.
Aug 18, 2010
Jason
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I found this book very funny, but the real genesis for the high rating is that I literally cannot think or say the title without laughing.
"Me Write Book." I can't explain humor any better than the next guy, but this is one thing that makes me laugh every time.
"Me Write Book." I can't explain humor any better than the next guy, but this is one thing that makes me laugh every time.
Jul 21, 2009
Jennifer
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Silly and sometimes hilarious memoir written by Bigfoot, in his very authentic style. My favorite excerpt of this one: "You Want Come in for Drink, Maybe", wherein Bigfoot gives his ladyfriend a romantic shoulder rub, only to (accidentally?)break her neck.
Jun 19, 2009
Christopher
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An uneven book that's sole joke is that Bigfoot is a washed up celebrity.
Some parts are mildly funny and it is a quick read.
The "dumspeak" gets old fast and I can only laugh at Bigfoot violently killing someone for no reason so many times...
Some parts are mildly funny and it is a quick read.
The "dumspeak" gets old fast and I can only laugh at Bigfoot violently killing someone for no reason so many times...
May 23, 2009
Lori
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A friend gave me this, knowing my strange sense of humor. Ever wonder about Bigfoot? Well, turns out he's a worldwide celebrity down on his luck and a bit of an anger management problem. Cute book.
Mar 31, 2009
becky
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Shady Willows Retirement Home Petting Day: my favorite
Outwardly Violent Book of Inner Peace: perfect
not quite as funny as the first book but still a laugh
Outwardly Violent Book of Inner Peace: perfect
not quite as funny as the first book but still a laugh
Aug 21, 2011
Micheal
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Brutally simple, and I've never laughed so hard at a book. Yes, its got some potty humour, mostly potty humour actually, but hey, its funny every once in a while.
Mar 08, 2009
anne
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I almost pissed myself reading this standing up in Powell's bookstore, I was laughing so hard - I consider this and "I Not Dead" collector's items.
Mar 04, 2011
Troy
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If ever you feel depressed, just read a page or two of this. You'll laugh so hard your sides will hurt, and you'll never need to get a prescription.
Feb 01, 2009
Kathy
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This book made me laugh out loud! I was only going to give it 4 stars, but flipping through it again, it's still making me giggle & that's worth an extra star. Must share this book!
