The Art of the Political Putdown: The Greatest Comebacks, Ripostes, and Retorts

Description: The Art of the Political Putdown by Chris Lamb, Will Moredock Political journalists Chris Lamb and Will Moredock have mined the past few centuries of political history and unearthed a treasure trove of humorous exchanges. The Art of the Political Putdown is a collection of over 300 witty verbal jabs and ripostes from politicians around the world (though the focus is on American politics), all of whom share a common sharp tongue. Interspersed with 11 brief essays analysing the use of humour and wit in various political contexts, this comprehensive collection of witticisms, scathing burns, and mic-drop-worthy insults is an even-handed, intelligent, and lighthearted political humour title that will give readers from the Left and Right something to laugh about. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Author Biography Chris Lamb, PhD, is a professor of journalism at Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis. He is an author, historian, lecturer, satirist, and columnist whose work has appeared in the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, the Washington Post, and the Los Angeles Times.Will Moredock has been a staff and freelance writer for more than 30 years. His work has appeared in magazines and newspapers around the nation, including the Washington Post, the Philadelphia Inquirer, and the Charlotte Observer. Review "If youre pining for truly classic zingers, check out an elegant little book titled The Art of the Political Putdown, by Chris Lamb and Will Moredock. Theyve combed through the vast history of contentious political rhetoric to compile more than 300 of the best lines - from Macedonian King Archelaus to New York Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez."-The Washington Post Review Quote "If youre pining for truly classic zingers, check out an elegant little book titled The Art of the Political Putdown, by Chris Lamb and Will Moredock. Theyve combed through the vast history of contentious political rhetoric to compile more than 300 of the best lines - from Macedonian King Archelaus to New York Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez." -The Washington Post Details ISBN1452183856 Author Will Moredock Pages 224 Publisher Chronicle Books Year 2020 ISBN-10 1452183856 ISBN-13 9781452183855 Format Hardcover Imprint Chronicle Books Place of Publication San Francisco Country of Publication United States DEWEY 324.0207 Short Title The Art of the Political Putdown Language English Subtitle The Greatest Comebacks, Ripostes, and Retorts in History UK Release Date 2020-04-07 Publication Date 2020-04-07 NZ Release Date 2020-04-07 US Release Date 2020-04-07 Audience General AU Release Date 2020-03-31 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:128492547;

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