The hilarious pop culture phenomenon that landed on bestseller lists across the country is now available in trade paperback. These tales of trial and awe-inspiring error illustrate the ongoing saga of survival of the fittest in all its selective glory.
A satirical "award" celebrating the worst examples of human intelligence features stories about the man who used a cigarette lighter to check his gas level, the terrorist who opened his own letter bomb, and other stories of human idiocy.
"Commemorating those individuals who ensure the long-term survival of our species by removing themselves from the gene pool in a sublimely idiotic fashion. ... [The author] started collecting the stories that make up the Darwin Awards in 1993. ... Her award-winning website is on…
In every field of human endeavor, there are people, things, and ideas that rank among the best mankind has ever produced--the Book of the Dumb isn't about any of that. This volume from Uncle John's Bathroom Reader teaches us one valuable lesson: Never underestimate the power of …
Contains hundreds of true stories that demonstrate the utter stupidity of humans.
In the bestselling tradition of The Onion's Our Dumb Century, The Darwin Awards shows readers just how uncommon common sense can be. One of the most popular Internet humor sites today--with 350.000 visitors a month & growing--DarwinAwards.com has dedicated itself to commemoratin…
Featuring more than one hundred new award winners, honorable mentions, exclusive material, and demystified urban legends, a satirical celebration of the worst traits of humanity is filled with stories pertaining to human idiocy.