Profiles in Ignorance
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Profiles in Ignorance
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Profiles in Ignorance
An instant New York Times bestseller: the first work of straight nonfiction from Andy Borowitz, “America’s sharpest political satirist” (The Washington Post), Profiles in Ignorance: How America’s Politicians Got Dumb and Dumber examines modern American politics in five entertaining and enlightening profiles.
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Profiles in Ignorance by Andy Borowitz has garnered praise for its witty, alarming take on the decline of political discourse in the United States, combining humour with a serious critique of anti-intellectualism. Critics highlight its blend of poignant satire and insightful analysis, making readers laugh while underscoring the troubling rise of ignorance in politics. The book is recognised for its engaging, sharp writing and its relevance to contemporary political culture.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781668003893
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 12 October 2023
Country: United States
Imprint: Simon & Schuster
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 20.0mm
Width: 140.0mm
Height: 213.0mm
Weight: 249g
Pages: 336
About the Author
Andy Borowitz is an award-winning comedian and New York Times bestselling author. He grew up in Cleveland, Ohio, and graduated from Harvard College, where he became President of the Harvard Lampoon. In 1998, he began contributing humor to The New Yorker’s “Shouts & Murmurs” and “Talk of the Town” departments, and in 2001, he created “The Borowitz Report,” a satirical news column, which has millions of readers around the world. In 2012, The New Yorker began publishing “The Borowitz Report.” As a storyteller, he hosted “Stories at the Moth” from 1999 to 2009. As a comedian, he has played to sold-out venues around the world, including during his national tour, “Make America Not Embarrassing Again,” from 2018 to 2020. He is the first-ever winner of the National Press Club’s humor award. He lives with his family in New Hampshire.
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