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D**N
... bitter social justice warriors steer you away from the funny and intelligent book full of hipster fashion critiques
Don't let the 1 star reviews of a few bitter social justice warriors steer you away from the funny and intelligentbook full of hipster fashion critiques. If you're familiar with the Vice Dos and Dont's, Street Boners follows the same premisein which everyday people are caught by the camera and their fashion choices given short "evaluations".No one is above judgement, from the tragically hip to everyday people caught in the crossfire. The commentary is smart, funny and always seems to be paired perfectly with the individuals in question. You'll be laughing to yourself more than once.What I really liked is the book balances the visuals elements with some great written content; spot-on analysis of fashion trends over the years, tips for dressing yourself, and some short Q&A with lifestyle photographers such as LA's Cobrasnake. Mcinnes offers the reader his brand of humor which is sure to offend the politically correct, sensitive types, or college students.This is a pretty thick book and would be good to take on a flight or keep you company in the bathroom. There's a LOT of funny content in here and you'll need more than one sitting to get through it all. Fortunately the book has been laid out so you don't feel overwhelmed. I recommend just opening and skipping around a bit before you attempt a cover-to-cover.Again, don't let the reviews written by some bitter college kids steer you away. Street Boners is scathing, hilarious, and engaging all at once. Worth the price of entry.
A**R
Great book to get you to laugh and think about style from a creative perspective
I love Gavin McInnes so anything he writes is awesome.
C**N
Funny Stuff.
This is a funny book featuring pictures of random people and their style of dress/living. It's a cool bathroom or coffee table book but has some 18+ photographs. (One of them being my favorite (: ) that may not be suitable for young children. There some cursing in the book as well. It was made from the guys who bring you Vice Magazine I believe. Great book and pretty cheap too. If you are into fashion or just into laughing at the expense of others, get this book.
A**N
Read below
Funny. Not ideal on kindle for obvious reasons.
V**S
boners of the world unite and take over
gavin mcinnes is not a genius. he's a meathead, irritating canadian fratpunk, and I think he rules. of course his book is awesome. i like to read it with my girlfriend. she LOLs and then we have sex. thanks sbtvc. you have at least 1 fan in brazil (it's my penis).
K**R
Not as good as Do's & Don't's
Maybe my standards are too high but this didn't hold up to the Does and Don't book.There wer some funny comments but most we just "meh" observations on "med" pictures.A little editing down of material would have made this better.
L**Z
Five Stars
Fun to read in the bathroom or in a doctor's office.
S**.
A must read
Very, very funny.
S**R
Great book
Gavin is fantastic. The book could've been in better shape
H**P
Not as good as his Vice stuff
By reading this review you effectively have a ringside seat for watching me begin the debate about Proud Boy's founder, Gavin McInnes's opinions. Unlike Gavin's virulent intimations, what I'm about to write is supported in scientific scholarship by overwhelming evidence. For instance, you should never forget the three most important facets of Gavin's antics, namely their barbaric origins, their internal contradictions, and their tendentious nature. I'm sure Gavin wouldn't want me to eavesdrop on his conversations. So why does he want to tip the scales in his favor? In answer to that question I submit—and millions of people in this country and abroad undeniably agree with me—that Gavin's protests have created a snooty universe devoid of logic and evidence. Only within this universe does it make sense to say that Gavin has a fearless dedication to reason and truth. Only within this universe does it make sense to impose theological straightjackets on scriptural interpretation. And, only if we make a genuine contribution to human society can we destroy this conceited universe of his and keep his tuft-hunters at bay.As I remove the veil of ignorance I have lived behind, I find that I can easily see Gavin performing the following egocentric, diversivolent acts. First, he will turn peaceful gatherings into embarrassing scandals. Then, he will cause an increase in disease, elitism, crime, and vice. I do not profess to know how likely is the eventuality I have outlined, but it is a distinct possibility to be kept in mind. The two things I just mentioned—the way that his comprehension is weak and his understanding is minimal and the fact that I myself don't need to be particularly delicate here—may sound like they're completely unrelated, but they're not. The common link is that emotionalism is not the answer. Emotionalism is never the answer. The answer is for us to say “no” to Gavin's headlong precepts about abortion and race. That's how we get people to understand that we have a choice between two different visions of our future. Gavin's vision is lecherous, temeritous, and based on the idea that anyone who dares to protect our peace, privacy, and safety can expect to suffer hair loss and tooth decay as a result. The other vision is hopeful, generous, and confident in the knowledge that if Gavin makes fun of me or insults me I hear it, and it hurts. But I take solace in the fact that I am still able to unmask Gavin's true face and intentions in regard to Stalinism.Nobody seems to realize that chinless Gavin doesn't shower often enough. I'll go further: Rats in a maze can't pause in amazement to assess, let alone change, the incentives that keep them running. That doesn't mean that humans aren't allowed to wonder why Gavin warrants that we desperately need him. I forgot his argument; it had something to do with his belief that children should belong to the state. In my humble opinion, we need Gavin like a fish needs a bicycle. By that, I mean that Gavin has tried casting ordinary consumption and investment decisions in the light of high religious purpose. He has also tried instilling a subconscious feeling of guilt in those of us who disagree with his communiqués. Why does Gavin do such things? The only clear answer to emerge from the conflicting, contradictory stances that Gavin and his dupes take is that I plan to clear the cobwebs out of people's heads and help them understand that Gavin's fusillades are complete and total offal. Are you with me—or against me? Whatever you decide, someone has to be willing to announce that we may need to picket, demonstrate, march, or strike to stop Gavin before he can encourage every sort of indiscipline and degeneracy in the name of freedom. Even if it's not polite to do so. Even if it hurts a lot of people's feelings. Even if everyone else is pretending that the peak of fashion is to force people to act in ways far removed from the natural patterns of human behavior. That's all I have time now to write. If you want to get more insight into Gavin McInnes's mentality, though, then study the details of his manuscripts. Try to see the big picture: It will amaze you. It will take your breath away. And it will convince you that the truth of this is by no means limited to the field of general culture, but applies to politics as well.
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