A 200 page dictionary containing 2,000 definitions for contrarians, sceptics and realists. The viewpoint is iconoclastic and the style is satiric. The goal is to "define" terms, names, and euphemisms in an amusing, pithy way. Many of the entries are topical and quotable. All (with the exception, perhaps, of half-a-dozen) are original. 
Most of the entries are one-, two-, and three-liners, although a few are longer. Inspired by Ambrose Bierce's classic, "Devil's Dictionary," this is a book that will make the reader think - and smile. Topics covered include: politics, economics, religion, psychology, film, the theater, literature, philosophy, New Age, management, media, personalities, and entertainment. 
Many of the definitions are accompanied by marvelous illustrations by the greatest cartoonist- caricaturist who ever lived, Wilhelm Busch. 
A bible for sceptics, cynics, sinners, and radicals of all stripes. True believers read at their own risk!

A Contrarian's Dictionary: 2000 Damnable Definitions for the Year 2000

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Original, arresting, witty, impudent, pithy definitions of words, people, and events in the news of today and the past are featured in this second but independent volume of The Contrarian's Dictionary.  For example: "Anti-Abortionist: Believer in mandatory motherhood."  "Moral Man: Hasn't sold any arms, drugs or health foods." "The State Religion: Looking Young." "Philanthropy: "The Alms Industry." "Ten Commandments: Clearly, they need ten amendments." "Win-Win situation: One side wins, the other side winces."  A book that can be read all at once or in snatches - the reader may laugh out loud, disagree, ponder the meaning of the definitions, but he will always be challenged to think. The book is illustrated with amusing line drawings.

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