It has been said that you either love or loathe Howard Stern, but it's quite possible to love and loathe him after reading this autobiography. Stern sets out to offend as many people as possible (and he succeeds admirably), but two things prevent this book, and Stern, from becoming unbearable. First, he is as candid about himself as he is about the people he attacks. He describes his tortured adolescence, his physical inadequacies, and his sexual proclivities in such breathtaking detail that it's hard not to like the guy. Stern also avoids the bitterness that characterizes many of the "shock-radio" DJs who have attempted to follow in his footsteps. He can be cruel, but he generally reserves cruelty for people whose fame makes them open targets, and the way he dismantles the whole idea of "celebrity" is hilarious. Howard Stern is like the kid at school who could fart the national anthem--you can't help but laugh at what he does, even though you know you shouldn't.
| Publisher | |
| ISBN | 0671501003 |
| Format | Paperback |
| Author | Howard Stern |
| EAN | 9780671501006 |
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| Dewey Decimal Number | 920 |
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| Number Of Pages | 688 |
| Title | Private Parts |
| Publication Date | 2008-06-12 |
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Review by Satanicul, 2010-08-25
Howard is a genious. i heard he may go off the radio completely. that would suck.
Review by Douglas R. Brown, 2010-08-22
This is Howard Stern in his prime. Though Miss America is also funny, it pales in comparison to Howard's first book. I do however believe that you need to at least half-way appreciate Howard's humor. Do not buy if you are easily offended.
Review by scumby, 2010-05-07
The book now belongs in the fiction department because Howard Stern 2010 is now a liberal Hamptons Rosie O'Donnell-Chevy Chase loving phony.
Review by Terry Medina, 2009-12-30
this is a great book. i couldnt put it down. there are some stories about his childhood that are split your pants funny. i recommend this book to any adult who has a sense of humor..
Review by R. Stewart, 2009-09-01
This book was awesome, very entertaining. i could not put it down! Also check out Miss America! Both equally great! LONG LIVE HOWARD! Baa baa Booey!
