A hard-hitting and no-holds-barred broadside from the anchorman of the Fox News Channel's The O'Reilly Factor--what's good about America (pl...
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Feb 08, 2011
Mariam
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The entirety of the male species is sex starved! They are no more than a bunch of horny bastards, according to Bill O’Reilly’s Sex Factor. Men think of “NOTHING” but sex and rightly so because that’s just the way they are – sex starved monsters. “If we aren’t having sex on a daily basis, we are thinking about it all the time. I mean, all the time” (p.29)… “Women to men are just sex objects and no matter what a man says to you ladies, he is lying. He just wants to sleep with you”!!!!
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Jan 26, 2008
Sean
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I read this one on a bit of a dare to myself, to check out something I usually wouldn't get near. You may be able to tell that Mr. O'Reilly isn't really 'my cuppa'.
My father (who likes Bill a *lot* and is a regular Fox News viewer) owns this book and I found it while staying at the folks' place.
It seems to be pretty much what you get on O'Reilly's TV program. He stresses his "working class" Irish-Catholic roots, charts his rise through various network news jobs More...
My father (who likes Bill a *lot* and is a regular Fox News viewer) owns this book and I found it while staying at the folks' place.
It seems to be pretty much what you get on O'Reilly's TV program. He stresses his "working class" Irish-Catholic roots, charts his rise through various network news jobs More...
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Aug 08, 2011
Reading this book eight years after it was published (before 9/11) gives it an interesting perspective. Here and there he makes a point. Also, sometimes he says things that are surprising, like complimenting Susan Sarandon on her charitable work. Would his forced drug treatment idea he suggests in Chapter 5 work? I’m curious to ask someone who would know more about it.
His first chapter discusses feelings of inadequacy he developed toward people of higher economic and social classes as he gre More...
His first chapter discusses feelings of inadequacy he developed toward people of higher economic and social classes as he gre More...
Jan 02, 2011
Joseph
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“The O’Reilly Factor,” written by Bill O’Reilly in 2000, is the second in a list of books he’s written, since he began his Fox News nightly show, which now has become the most viewed show on cable television. The first book he wrote was called The No Spin Zone, which he penned a year earlier.
In “The O’Reilly Factor,” O’Reilly is his old irascible self ( writing with wit) twenty chapters on various subjects like “The Class Factor,” “The Money Factor,” “The Sex Factor,” and “The Ridicu More...
In “The O’Reilly Factor,” O’Reilly is his old irascible self ( writing with wit) twenty chapters on various subjects like “The Class Factor,” “The Money Factor,” “The Sex Factor,” and “The Ridicu More...
Apr 19, 2010
Philip
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Easy read, and fairly frequently I read something I appreciated.
75% of all physical abuse against helpless little kids is committed by inebriated adults... Alcohol is involved in fully half of all murders, accidental deaths, and suicides in the United States and in almost half of all fatal car accidents... pg 58
...drug testing is possible now for about a dollar a test... "in" Alabama ... All prisoners are now tested as soon as they are booked. The majority -no surpris More...
75% of all physical abuse against helpless little kids is committed by inebriated adults... Alcohol is involved in fully half of all murders, accidental deaths, and suicides in the United States and in almost half of all fatal car accidents... pg 58
...drug testing is possible now for about a dollar a test... "in" Alabama ... All prisoners are now tested as soon as they are booked. The majority -no surpris More...
Jan 11, 2009
Mitch
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His books read like they were taken straight from a transcript of his show, with little editing or addition.
I don't mean that as a compliment either.
This guy seemed so fresh when he first started out with the "no spin zone" now it seems that instead of "fair and balanced" he (and the rest of his station) try to provide a balance.
Anyway, I would probably try to read another one if they were actually written instead of cobbled together from More...
I don't mean that as a compliment either.
This guy seemed so fresh when he first started out with the "no spin zone" now it seems that instead of "fair and balanced" he (and the rest of his station) try to provide a balance.
Anyway, I would probably try to read another one if they were actually written instead of cobbled together from More...
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Sep 21, 2010
Stephanie
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I was under the impression this would be a read about Mr. O'Reilly's views of American Life-I was wrong. This was, primarily, a book about Mr. O'Reilly's life and experiences. Parts were interesting and mildly entertaining, but most of it was a snooze fest into O'Reilly egomania. If you wish to know many boring details from Mr. O'Reilly's childhood and job history experiences, with him acting like a jackass most of the way, this is definitely the book for you.
Dec 04, 2009
Rebecca
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Great points. Mr. O'Reilly is a pompous, outspoken man, but he has a keen eye for the most damaging aspects of American society. I appreciate his fight against the forces and people who are destroying our country. "Humble" does not describe Bill O'Reilly, but "smart", "articulate", and "hard-working" all apply. Keep it up.
Apr 21, 2009
Cassandra
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I know that many of my friends perceive Bill O'Reilly as a man in league with the devil. I prefer to form my own opinions, and so I read his book. I found that I agree with him on most points, except for the bits about his fashion and movie preferences...
Dec 08, 2008
Lauren
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Definitely an interesting perspective on the American elite (news, politicians, etc.) LOVED the stories of him when he was a school teacher!
Aug 09, 2011
Stacy
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Great book! O'Reilly's pompous attitude pours off the page but the stories are relatable and the opinions definitely "pithy". Entertaining!
Apr 27, 2009
Laura
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Another good O'Reilly book that makes you think and form your own opinions. Like other books I have read by O'Reilly, each chapter is its own topic. I enjoyed the formatting of some of his other books better, but nonetheless it was good. Come chapters were much better then others, some being quite weak, something I wouldn't have expected from Bill. Quick, easy read.
Jul 27, 2010
Greg
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I know he is a little crazy, but he makes some great points and I think he takes time to look at both sides of the issues.
Nov 27, 2009
Kathy
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I started watching Bill O'Reilly on the Fox news channel during the long, drawn-out Presidental election of 2000.
Mar 11, 2010
April
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What can i say? I am a fan of Bill O'Reilly. I know you either love him or hate him, but I like him. :)
Sep 24, 2007
Jonathan
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In the dead of winter, with no TV, no internet, no sunshine to brighten my life, I turned to Bill O'Reilly to warm my cold, lonely nights. I read this book mostly because I wanted to challenge myself, to see if I could read his entire book without vomiting. I succeeded in finishing this book and not becoming violently ill. The only side effect was the nightmares, nightmares about intolerable, insensitive individuals who pollute and inhibit sensible dialogue. Individuals like Mr O'Reilly.
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Sep 20, 2007
Brad
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I learned a lot about Mr. O'Reilly. At times i think this book is interesting, and even motivating to get involved. At other times, i feel like i was just reading complaints or shallow insults about others. I think his style is good and I appreciate the straight shooting from Bill, just keep in mind that its from Bill, so it may not align with what i would call accurate shooting on every topic.
May 08, 2008
Cameron
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Because of the timeliness of the book (some of the humor doesn't work as well today) I enjoyed it. It may be only three stars today. The overall theme of not accepting the bad and ridiculous while appreciating the the good will need to be promoted regardless of time. Yes, you probably better enjoy sarcasm a bit as well.
Sep 14, 2007
Ben
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You gotta keep it fair and balanced! I figured that if i read Micheal Moore, I should probably read O'Reilly to appease my right wing friends. Like Moore, he makes some good points, but its all opinion and full of ideology and meaningless ranting. Sorry Bill, but you are not nearly as funny as Moore.
Apr 16, 2008
Maurean
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Finished reading this one over the weekend; while I *like* O'Reilly (I tend to find myself on the same 'side' of many issues, and, I think he's funny) this was pretty much just the same ol' rhetoric I've heard before...no new insights or pertinent information.
Mar 29, 2011
Noah
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Straight shooting from an intelligent and honest man. Bill O'Reilly does an excellent narrative on life, including social class, race, sex, parents, success, religion, and more. A good book worth recommending.
Nov 11, 2010
Mathew
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Surprisingly, he's very much easier to read than he is to listen to or watch. Decent book, and I found myself agreeing with many points, even as a liberal. Would much rather read his writing than watch his show.
Dec 08, 2007
Marnie
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I love O'Reilly, he makes the news entertaning & tells it like it is. The best chapters in this book are the ones where he lists the good, the bad, & the ridiculous.
Aug 13, 2011
Jeff
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Another best seller from O'Reilly. Filled with his interesting take on things American. He doesn't pull any punches and remember,"The Spin Stops Here."
Sep 25, 2008
Christine
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It doesn't matter if you're conservative or liberal, Bill O'Reilly is a good read because he talks about everyday issues that affect all families.
Nov 09, 2010
Brendan
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Amusing, entertaining and infuriating. Read only as a way of saying 'Yes, I've read a conservative author. And I found him not to my liking.'
May 19, 2008
Blake
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good stories. Although it is written in such a way that it makes you realize anyone could write a book like this.
Feb 19, 2008
Tenley
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This is great. O'Reilly always tells it like it is. Talks a lot about secular progressives versus traditionalists.
