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The Darwin Awards 4: Intelligent Design, the latest addition to one of the most popular and successful humor franchises on bookshelves today, is the first new Darwin Awards book in three years. Named after Charles Darwin, the father of evolution, The Darwin Awards pays homage to those who improve our gene pool by removing themselves from it.
Most of us have basic sound judgment that eliminates the need for NO SMOKING signs at gas stations, but Darwin Award winners do not. Most of us know instinctively that the phrase "trust me, light this fuse" is a recipe for disaster, but Darwin Award winners do not. No warning label could have prevented evolution from creeping up on the homeowner who filled his house with natural gas to kill termites, the easy rider who decided to steer his motorcycle with his feet, or the winner who tried to weld a hand grenade onto a chain.
Filled with more than one hundred new tales of evolution in action, and complete with essential science and safety discussions, The Darwin Awards 4: Intelligent Design shows that when it comes to common sense, natural selection still has a long way to go. The Darwin Awards pay homage to those who improve our gene pool by removing themselves from it, a concept that has captivated readers for years.
The first new Darwin Awards book since 2018, this latest installment continues the tradition of showcasing the most outrageous and unbelievable feats of human foolishness. From the homeowner who filled his house with natural gas to the motorcyclist who steered with his feet, each story serves as a cautionary tale of what can happen when basic common sense is abandoned.
Readers will be both entertained and aghast as they dive into these new tales of evolution in action. The book not only highlights the astonishing lack of judgment displayed by the award recipients, but also weaves in relevant scientific and safety information to provide context and perspective.
Throughout the book, the authors maintain a lighthearted and humorous tone, striking a balance between the absurdity of the situations and the serious implications of the behaviors. The result is a captivating read that both informs and amuses, leaving readers shaking their heads in disbelief while simultaneously marveling at the resilience of the human spirit.
In a world where technology and innovation are advancing at a breakneck pace, The Darwin Awards 4: Intelligent Design serves as a reminder that sometimes, the simplest and most fundamental aspects of human nature can be the most perilous. This latest installment in the series is sure to delight fans of the Darwin Awards and newcomers alike, as it continues to explore the boundaries of human foolishness and the ever-changing landscape of natural selection.
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publisher | Dutton Adult; First Edition (October 24, 2006) | ||||
language | English | ||||
hardcover | 320 pages | ||||
isbn_10 | 0525949607 | ||||
isbn_13 | 978-0525949602 | ||||
reading_age | 18 years and up | ||||
item_weight | 15.2 ounces | ||||
dimensions | 5.25 x 0.75 x 7.25 inches | ||||
best_sellers_rank | #1,010,550 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #583 in Political Humor (Books) #1,994 in Humor Essays (Books) #8,093 in Fiction Satire | ||||
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