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Pros: The books he digs up for the source material makes you wonder “What were they thinking?” in the most humorous way possible! Cons: Do not read this while trying to go to sleep. It’s difficult to sleep while laughing! This is one of the funniest, as well as informative, books I have read in a long time! James Lileks has a wonderful way of showing us the past that we all knew was there, but didn’t stop to notice. All of those old drawings of mens’ heads without bodies, and ladies with missing waists were all taken for granted as “cutting edge” artwork. Now, much like the hairstyles of the 80’s, it becomes apparent that they were quite silly. Mr. Lileks since of humor is wonderful and refreshing, and the artwork in the book complements it perfectly. The book reads like a novel. My only regret is that some of his best work is not in the book. It came later, and is on his web site. Perhaps some day there will be a sequel to this volume.Read full review
I already have this book and bought another copy as a gift, it is a hilarious assortment of ads, recipes, photos, etc, of food from the 50s, 60s and 70s. James Lileks is a wonderful writer, and his commentary on each page is wildly funny. These recipes and images now seem bizarre to us, but Lileks' commentary makes it even more alien and more humorous. A great bit of escapism, this book will make you laugh and it's really well done.
Loved the authors description of the various food items.
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Love the book. Always wanted to write a book like this, about the disgusting, yet hilarious recipes of the 50s', 60's and 70s. Always technicolor. Always gussied up. Usually repugnant. And tacky beyond belief. This is like the MST3K of cookery.... Very very funny book, especially you are someone who has encountered these recipes in "real life."
One of the funniest books I have read in a long time. People who lived through this era will really appreciate it.
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