Making Friends with Black People

by Nick Adams and Nick Adams

Book Overview

A hip, hilarious and raw take on white folks' struggle with all things black - from the wannabe Eminem to the annoying white suburban youths who call their friends 'homies' and ride around in baggy... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 075821295X
• ISBN13: 9780758212955
• Release Date: March 2006
• Publisher: Kensington Publishing Corporation
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.4" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

RAW Rating: 4.5 - So you want to have a black friend?

Nick Adams, a standup comedian, gives us his wild and funny look at race relations in America in his book, MAKING FRIENDS WITH BLACK PEOPLE. His chapters are lists of what white people who want to get to know black people should and should not do. He discusses the use of the N Word, which is especially appropriate in today's world where the most derogatory term applied to black people gets slung around rather carelessly. He advises white people that under no circumstances should they ever feel free to use that word because if they do, they will surely be in BIG trouble. He talks about "soul" food and how dreadful chitlins are but he doesn't leave it there. He delves into other cultures and trots out some of the rather disgusting things they eat, such as fermented shark meat and squirming octopus tentacles. Adams does an in-depth discussion of hip hop and the rappers who make the music. Movies don't escape his attention either; neither do those who win Oscars and why. Affirmative Action has its own chapter about why its not reverse discrimination. It was enlightening and helpful that he did not leave out Indians. He discusses their near extinction through genocide and their struggle to maintain their languages and customs. Adams is correct when he says most Americans never think about the plight of Indians. He admits that he probably wouldn't remember either except he's married to an Indian. Nick Adams says America has never had a real dialogue about race relations. If Americans could have honest discussions about race, perhaps the problems of race in America would not be so pervasive and poisonous. The humor this man uses diffuses the issues so that you can see them without the anger that race discussions in America usually bring about, which is wonderful. Even his book cover is amusing. This is indeed a book that all Americans should pick up and read. It might seriously - in a very hilarious way - change how they feel about other cultures in this country. It's too bad this book can't be made a mandatory read for all Americans. Reviewed by Alice Holman of The RAWSISTAZ(tm) Reviewers

Very Funny

All topics covered were for the most part....TRUE. It's been a while since I literally laughed out loud while reading a book. I highly recommend it to ALL RACES. While it is quite humorous, it speaks volumes & will hopefully spark meaningful conversation.

Laugh Out Loud Funny

I absolutely loved this book; I'm sending copies to everyone I know who loves a good book. You don't have to be any particular race to enjoy it, but you do need to have a good sense of humor and be in the mood to be thoroughly entertained. I am only puzzled as to why this man is not a huge star; anyone this talented should be a major player in Hollywood. Besides being smart and funny, the man also has a heart. A portion of all profits is being donated to the Lupus Foundation in memory of his mother and aunt. So what are you waiting for-go buy it! P.S. No, I don't work for the publisher and I never even heard of Nick Adams before I picked this up in Border's.

Smart and hilarious.

Adams' breezy first book is full of insight and laughs. He tackles tough issues with a gentle tone, and by the end of the book, you'll regard him as *your* friend. A delightful read.