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Within these pages are the musings, the revelations, the ruminations, and the reflections of the incomparable Larry Wilmore. Here, collected for the first time, all in one place, are his Black Thoughts. From why black weathermen make him feel happy (or sad) and why brothas don’t see UFOs to his search for Black Jesus or his quest to replace “African-American” with “chocolate,” Wilmore has finally relented, agreeing to share his unique (black) perspective. Soon, you too will have the ability to find racism in everything. Bring back the Shetland Negro and do away with Black History Month! After all, can twenty-eight days of trivia really make up for centuries of oppression? In Wilmore’s own words, “I’d rather we … More >>
I’d Rather We Got Casinos: And Other Black Thoughts
I have already submitted my review before. Poor shipping practices. Way too long before I received my merchandise. Rating: 1 / 5
Not as funny as I hoped. Some of the lines are repetitive. Others would be better if delivered on The Daily Show. Its not a bad book but when you expect the humor to be like what you see on the Daily Show its a little disappointing… I saw him do some stand up and he isnt funny as a stand up. Sketch comdey and writing for tv is what he should stick with. Rating: 3 / 5
Larry Wilmore’s book I’D RATHER WE GOT CASINOS: AND OTHER BLACK THOUGHTS is a nice insight into the mind of a great comedian that many don’t seem to know other than his Senior Black Correspondent spots on THE DAILY SHOW.
I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Wilmore when he visited Miami University for a lecture, but I’m sure I’m long forgotten or simply remembered as that nervous white kid with the girlfriend that clearly lowered the bar when she agreed to go out with me. We still have a picture of her with Larry as he gives her the still funny “bunny ears.”
As most humor books go, it’s a quick read, but well worth it. Wilmore has many suggestions on how to better this world, specifically race relations and how to finally mend the injuries of slavery. I won’t ruin any of the fun, but I can definitely recommend this read from my now favorite Milk Chocolate Brotha, Larry Wilmore. Rating: 4 / 5
i watch the daily show all the time. larry wilmore is very very funny and this book does not disappoint. Rating: 5 / 5
OMG! (HA HA HA you have to read this book to know why this is funny)This is the funniest book I have read in a long time. I love the letters to the NAACP. I was in tears from the laughter when I was reading the chapter when they hypnotize the elder man to interview him on his alien encounter. I strongly recommend this to anyone that needs a little humor in their life. I am looking forward to seeing and hearing more of him.
PS I’m all for the chocolate movement!
Rating: 5 / 5