{"product_id":"the-art-of-the-political-putdown-isbn-9781452183855","title":"The Art of the Political Putdown","description":"\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Art of the Political Putdown\u003c\/i\u003e is a book of over 300 witty verbal jabs and ripostes from politicians around the world, all of whom share a common sharp tongue.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLiberal or conservative, humor can be a powerful weapon\u003c\/b\u003e in any politician's arsenal, and political journalists Chris Lamb and Will Moredock have seen their fair share of quips, witty remarks, and sarcastic pleasantries.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eIn mining the past few thousand years of political history, they've unearthed a treasure trove of humorous exchanges,\u003c\/b\u003e from ancient Rome to modern day, to compile this collection of hilarious comebacks and putdowns.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Features 11 brief essays analyzing the use of humor and wit in various political contexts\u003cbr\u003e• Even-handed, intelligent, and lighthearted political humor that gives readers from the Left and the Right something to laugh about\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Art of the Political Putdown\u003c\/i\u003e is filled with famous and lesser-known politicians at their sassiest, along with short essays.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis is a comprehensive, nonpartisan collection of witticisms, scathing burns, and mic-drop-worthy insults throughout history. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• A rare political humor book with something for everyone, and a welcome reminder that politics can also be a source of laughter\u003cbr\u003e• Perfect as a gift for politics and history buffs and for anyone who appreciates smart humor and top-notch wit\u003cbr\u003e• Great for those who loved \u003ci\u003eWhose Boat Is This Boat?: Comments That Don't Help in the Aftermath of a Hurricane\u003c\/i\u003e by the Staff of \u003ci\u003eThe Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Shade: A Tale of Two Presidents\u003c\/i\u003e by Pete Souza, and \u003ci\u003eThe Wit \u0026amp; Wisdom of Winston Churchill\u003c\/i\u003e by James C. Humes","brand":"Chronicle Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44894641717477,"sku":"NP9781452183855","price":16.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/the-art-of-the-political-putdown-isbn-9781452183855","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}