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 enlarge | Authors: Tom Magliozzi, Greg Proops
Publisher: Perigee Trade
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  19 reviews
Sales Rank: 793495
Media: Paperback
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Pages: 288
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Dimensions (in): 8 x 5.1 x 0.8
ISBN: 0399527737
Dewey Decimal Number: 814.6
EAN: 9780399527739
ASIN: 0399527737
Publication Date: May 7, 2002
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 Tom and Ray for President May 25, 2004
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
As a long time fan of the show, I was a little bit hesitant to pick up the book. I read the introduction in the store and knew it would be about more than cars, and car repair. I bought it, and I have to admit, this book was the best purchase I've made in a while. I enjoyed their interesting philosophical perspectives and convincing logic. Though, their rants and raves are often presented tongue-in-cheek, they are true. Their solutions to problems, though often inpractical and perhaps a bit gestapo - logically seem to work. I've always been of the mindset, if something is true, the logic behind it must be true. These guys do a magnificent job of connecting the dots, and bringing clarity to their thoughts -- all the while injecting humor into the book. I'd definitely love to sit down with them and have a cup of coffee.
Worth its weight in gold! April 16, 2003
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Tom and Ray are very funny people, but what they're really up to in this book is taking a stand for things that matter to all of us. For example, don't we all wish that our educational system were more practical? Don't we all wish that people adhered just a little bit more to traffic laws? Don't we all wish that our laws had more bite so that we wouldn't have to live with those dangerous people called "repeat offenders"?
If you're like me, you'll agree....and will love this book! I think it should be given to all high school graduates--it's that good.
I'm going to assign it to my college composition class next year. Tom and Ray tell the truth...and funny jokes besides!
Great book!!! The pristine car-talk quality! February 9, 2003
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
If you like Car Talk and understand Tom & Ray's humor, you will LOVE this book. The reason I bought it... I like their humor and hey... more than anything else, it's a memoir for these two great entertainers!Advice: Strong Buy!
 Rants Without Anything to Back It Up December 27, 2002
2 out of 7 found this review helpful
On their radio show, Click and Clack frequently rant about car-related subjects....and usually are right on. Their stance against cell phone use in cars is downright admirable. They also have spoken out against overpowered vehicles and the new wave of headlights on luxury cars.However, I guess I should have expected that they weren't very conscientious given that they never say much against the onslaught of huge SUV's. Their stance on global warning in this book is inexcusable. I expect some logic behind rants....they had none. If I want this line of thinking, I'll listen to Rush.
 Not What You Hear On NPR September 25, 2002
0 out of 2 found this review helpful
Be warned that this book does *not* contain the type of fun that you will hear on their NPR show. Good or bad, this is a collection of their personal pets and peeves and has nothing to do with car repair, their radio show, or humor. This book is a collection of vents and rants against everything from people who drive too fast, people who drive too slow, the educational system and other topical subjects. As a longtime fan I was disappointed because I expected something along the lines of "Women Are From Ford, Men are from GM"-type humor. Want rants and raves? Check out Ed Anger's "Let's Pave The Stupid Rainforests & Give School Teachers Stun Guns."
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