The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook: Dating and Sex
(ISBN: 0811832414, $14.95)
By Joshua Piven, David Borgenicht, and Jennifer Worick
Published: 2001
Genre: Humor
Info: Following the success of the original Worst-Case Scenario Handbook and The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook: Travel, the editors have unleashed their latest guide for survival. What subject would be more appropriate than the snares and pitfalls encountered in matters of the heart? That's right, boys and girls, I'm taking a copywriting class this semester. Can you tell? Actually, I already knew how to write like a goofball, but now, I'm not aftraid to show it. Fear me! (Note: There are also Worst Case books for golf and holidays now. Not to mention the Worst Case journal, games, and TV show.)
Synopsis: To set the proper mood for this, I must tell you what is printed on the back of the book: "CAUTION: Book may not be used as a contraceptive device."
I realize most of us are still a bit untried in the world of dating, but it's always good to be prepared, right? As a side note, I'd like to comment that Boy Scouts are fun boyfriends when they grow up. They're just so...handy. Yeah. Um...moving on.
Anyway, this book has a self-explanatory title, but I'll give you a few examples of what you can expect:
Analysis: Other than being entertaining, this book is rather useful. There's even an appendix at the end, featuring things such as a list of excuses and the "It's Not You; It's Me" letter.
Recommendation: Everyone who has ever blinked should read this! Really, it'll make you laugh. It is a humor book, but the book deals with each situation seriously.
