Rock This!

by Chris Rock

On This Page

Description

Widely regarded as one of the funniest comedy books ever written, black comedian Chris Rock's collection of his stand-up routines is certain to widen his popularity in the UK where he is predominantly known as a film star. Here Rock speaks his mind about a whole range of subjects - sex, drugs and race, in particular, but there is a whole lot more to his humour besides. Already a bestseller in the US, it should appeal to black and white readers alike. In fact, any one with a sense of humour

Tags

Recommendations

Member Recommendations

Member Reviews

4 reviews
When I first bought this book, I didn't really give it a chance and ended up giving it away.However, once I did read it, I felt like a moron for letting such a funny and insightful book go to waste.In Rock This, Chris Rock leaves no stone unturned as he examines various topics from race relations to dating. The reason why I like this book so much is because Chris Rock doesn't just make fun of certain things but instead, he jokes about everything. Also,I agree with a lot of topics that he brings up in this book. The one thing that sets this book apart from others like it is that the author also makes fun of himself. Within the course of this book,Rock talks about how he dropped out of high school and got a G.E.D. which he says stands for show more a "good enough diploma." By making fun of himself as well as other topics, the reader realizes that Chris Rock is flawed just like anybody else. Probably the best thing about this book is how well the book relates to the reader. As for me, I loved this book. Not only did I fully relate to what the author was saying but also, I came away with more insight and a deeper understanding about people. So, for anyone who wants to read a extremely funny book, this is the one for you. show less
I read this the summer before my freshman year of college began. I was in a new city and far from home. I remember it being a hilarious read and held on to this book like a kind of security blanket. I would carry it around with me and occasionally (read: often) hide behind it in lieu of talking to strangers. I'm such an odd duck.

So, lots of laughs here. If you love his stand-up, then you'll love this. The two are very similar.
When I first bought this book, I didn't really give it a chance and ended up giving it away.However, once I did read it, I felt like a moron for letting such a funny and insightful book go to waste.In Rock This, Chris Rock leaves no stone unturned as he examines various topics from race relations to dating. The reason why I like this book so much is because Chris Rock doesn't just make fun of certain things but instead, he jokes about everything. Also,I agree with a lot of topics that he brings up in this book. The one thing that sets this book apart from others like it is that the author also makes fun of himself. Within the course of this book,Rock talks about how he dropped out of high school and got a G.E.D. which he says stands for show more a "good enough diploma." By making fun of himself as well as other topics, the reader realizes that Chris Rock is flawed just like anybody else. Probably the best thing about this book is how well the book relates to the reader. As for me, I loved this book. Not only did I fully relate to what the author was saying but also, I came away with more insight and a deeper understanding about people. So, for anyone who wants to read a extremely funny book, this is the one for you. show less
When I first bought this book, I didn't really give it a chance and ended up giving it away.However, once I did read it, I felt like a moron for letting such a funny and insightful book go to waste.In Rock This, Chris Rock leaves no stone unturned as he examines various topics from race relations to dating. The reason why I like this book so much is because Chris Rock doesn't just make fun of certain things but instead, he jokes about everything. Also,I agree with a lot of topics that he brings up in this book. The one thing that sets this book apart from others like it is that the author also makes fun of himself. Within the course of this book,Rock talks about how he dropped out of high school and got a G.E.D. which he says stands for show more a "good enough diploma." By making fun of himself as well as other topics, the reader realizes that Chris Rock is flawed just like anybody else. Probably the best thing about this book is how well the book relates to the reader. As for me, I loved this book. Not only did I fully relate to what the author was saying but also, I came away with more insight and a deeper understanding about people. So, for anyone who wants to read a extremely funny book, this is the one for you. show less

Members

Recently Added By

Author Information

Picture of author.
27+ Works 475 Members
Chris Rock was born on February 7, 1966 in South Carolina, but grew up in Brooklyn, N.Y. Rock was involved in the New York comedy club circuit, which led to a spot on the Uptown Comedy Express and roles in several of Eddie Murphy's movies including Beverly Hills Cop II, Dr. Dolittle, and a featured role in Lethal Weapon 4. Rock was a regular on show more Saturday Night Live and on In Living Color. Rock co-wrote and produced the film CB4 and later created his own cable TV show, The Chris Rock Show and a comedy special, Chris Rock: Bring the Pain, which won two Emmys. He also wrote the book, Rock This, a comedic look of American society. (Bowker Author Biography) show less

Awards and Honors

Classifications

Genre
Fiction and Literature
DDC/MDS
818.5402Literature & rhetoricAmerican literature in EnglishAmerican miscellaneous writings in English20th Century1945-1999
LCC
PN6162 .R617Language and LiteratureLiterature (General)Literature (General)Collections of general literatureWit and humorBy region or country
BISAC

Statistics

Members
239
Popularity
135,559
Reviews
4
Rating
½ (3.58)
Languages
English
Media
Paper
ISBNs
5
ASINs
1