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Side Effects Mass Market Paperback – Sept. 12 1986

by Woody Allen (Author)

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A humor classic by one of the funniest writers today, SIDE EFFECTS is a treat for all those who know his work and those just discovering how gifted he is. Included here are such classics as REMEMBERING NEEDLEMAN, THE KUGELMASS EPISODE, a new sory called CONFESSIONS OF A BUGLAR, and more.

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Before Woody Allen set his sights on becoming the next Ingmar Bergman, he made a fleeting (but largely successful) attempt at becoming the next S.J Perelman. Side Effects, his third and final collection of humor pieces, shows his efforts. These essays appeared in The New Yorker during the late 1970s, as he showed more and more discontent with his funnyman status. Fear not, humor fans--Allen's still funny. He is less manic, however, than in his positively goofy Getting Even/Without Feathers days, and this makes Side Effects a more nuanced read. Woody picks and chooses when to flash the laughs, as in an article discussing UFOs: [I]n 1822 Goethe himself notes a strange celestial phenomenon. "En route home from the Leipzig Anxiety Festival," he wrote, "I was crossing a meadow, when I chanced to look up and saw several fiery red balls suddenly appear in the southern sky. They descended at a great rate of speed and began chasing me. I screamed that I was a genius and consequently could not run very fast, but my words were wasted. I became enraged and shouted imprecations at them, whereupon they flew away frightened. I related this story to Beethoven, not realizing he had already gone deaf, and he smiled and nodded and said, "Right." Though not as explosively, mind-alteringly funny as his earlier books, Side Effects is still loaded with chuckles; the much-anthologized "Kugelmass Episode" is worth the price of the book. For fans of his films--or for anyone who wants a final glimpse of Woody in his first, best role as court jester, Side Effects is a must-have. --Michael Gerber

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A humor classic by one of the funniest writers today, SIDE EFFECTS is a treat for all those who know his work and those just discovering how gifted he is. Included here are such classics as REMEMBERING NEEDLEMAN, THE KUGELMASS EPISODE, a new sory called CONFESSIONS OF A BUGLAR, and more.

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ 0345343352
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Ballantine Books; Reissue edition (Sept. 12 1986)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Mass Market Paperback ‏ : ‎ 224 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9780345343352
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0345343352
Item weight ‏ : ‎ 130 g
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 10.69 x 1.47 x 17.07 cm

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- #360 in Political Humour (Books)
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Woody Allen’s prolific career as a comedian, writer, and filmmaker has now spanned more than six decades and multiple award winning films. Mr. Allen’s first screenplay was for What’s New Pussycat?, which was released in 1965. He has written and directed more than 45 feature films, including Annie Hall, Manhattan and more recently, Midnight in Paris, Blue Jasmine & Rainy Day in New York. Woody Allen is the author of Getting Even, Without Feathers, and Side Effects, among numerous other books.

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Reviewed in Canada on February 21, 2017

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Love woody allen! His writing is insane in a good way.

David Bonesteel

Extremely funny

Reviewed in Canada on September 20, 2003

This is a hilarious collection of humorous articles that Woody Allen wrote for the New Yorker in the 70s. The absudity of the humor and the intelligence of the references combine well in an engagingly zany, intellectual read. I laughed out loud several times.

A Hilarious ride all the way!!

Reviewed in Canada on August 12, 2003

This book is a must read for anyone who likes to think and laugh at the same time!!! Allen's stories are popular anywhere so dont waste time thinking whether this one's a good buy or not because it definitely is!!!
And its not like a one time read!! You can read it over and over again.. I should know!!

Anthony G Pizza

Multi-Sided View of Woody Allen in Humorous Essay Set

Reviewed in Canada on July 30, 2003

Those coming to know Woody Allen from his legendary film work or infamous personal scandals will find uproarious laughter and glimpses of insight in "Side Effects." This is third in a collection of short stories and essays Allen wrote mostly for the New Yorker during his late 70s commercial/creative peak.
Those strictly seeking laughs from a master will find them in one-act playlets like "The Query" and "My Apology" and in vignettes like "Reminisces: Places and People." Each focusing on death, they underline Carol Burnett's observation "Comedy is tragedy plus time." (Alan Alda recited this line as a smarmy TV personality in Allen's 1990 "Crimes and Misdermeanors.") But Allen also unintentionally, tragicomically mixes asides and references to fallen icons like OJ Simpson, the World Trade Center (constant symbol of size here) and even Igor Stravinsky (an allegory for sophistication and complexity.)
Yet Allen maintains his unparalleled character detail and nuance even in this short format (Few stories are more than six pages and are easily readable at one sitting.) You come to care for the TV producer who consoles a friend and eyes a nurse in "The Shallowest Man." You feel a painful twinge at the father-son dialogue closing the otherwise nonsensical "The Diet." You also sense the balding, hairy Kugelmass' giddy joy as he romances Emma Bovary and changes literature in "Kugelmass Episode." (Few main male characters in Allen's stories here are as attractive as the women they pursue.) Strangest and most disturbing of all, after reading of the love triangle in "Retribution," you again vaguely recall the personal events which brought Allen's personal life into the tabloid spotlight, outshining his artistic legacy to this day.
"Side Effects" is easily read in an afternoon or in quick bites when opportunity presents. As with any number of his classic films, "Side Effects" reveals touches of Woody Allen's life and worldview - but the part he wishes you to see. Recommended, but also check any of his legendary 70s or 80s films ("Zelig" and "Radio Days" two personal favorites) or his still hilarious 1960s comedy LPs.

Very uncommon Side Effects

Reviewed in Canada on August 7, 2000

Allen's style hasn't been duplicated in thirty years. How could anyone attempt to copy him--his creativity has its own realm. Side Effects is a must for any home library. I've read it over and over, and every time I pick it up, I laugh just as hard as the time before. Just like good music, true comedy doesn't get worn out by repetitiveness. This book and SeinLanguage by Jerry Seinfeld are my two favorite humor books. And I'm still waiting for a Steven Wright compilation, by the way.

Extremely Enjoyable Short Stories

Reviewed in Canada on August 11, 2001

I usually have a hard time finding the time to read books these days, but this one was well worth the time I put aside. The stories are hilarious and his form of writing is brilliant. This book contained some of the most entertaining stories I have ever read. You must buy this book!!

Manon Corriveau Côté

C’est lorsque l’humoriste Louis-José Houde a parlé de ce livre ...

Reviewed in Canada on May 24, 2015

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C’est lorsque l’humoriste Louis-José Houde a parlé de ce livre au cours d’une entrevue télévisée, dans le cadre de la série « Dans la bibliothèque de… », que j’ai décidé de lire « Side Effects ». L’auteure en moi a apprécié l’écriture humoristique de monsieur Allen; particulièrement lorsque son texte amène le lecteur à réfléchir ou l’entraîne sur une route inattendue. Cependant, la lectrice que je suis n’a pas été vraiment séduite. Lorsque l’humour tombe dans l’extrême absurdité, je décroche. De plus, la combinaison machisme et sarcasme n’a jamais su me plaire.

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William S Jamison

Philosophical funnies -- or are they all equivocation?

Reviewed in Canada on February 9, 2004

Certainly not all of this is funny only if you have read enough philosophy to catch the drift. Is Needleman a metaphor for Heidegger? Or is this whole tid bit on existentialism per se? Will Free Press add a "Woody Allen" to their series on the World's Living Philosophers? Is Woody living? Is he a philosopher? And if so, is he a living philosopher?
Equivocation: I am convinced that all jokes are logical fallacies. The conclusion is the punch line. We should be able to analyze each joke and find which fallacy it takes. A rough review of what I remember in this book strikes me that equivocation is all that Woody uses. Or are there non-sequitors as well? That is what Dave Barry always uses. Booger booger booger. Woody is much more sophisticated. Hence, has a smaller audience.
Is it still politically correct to let everyone know we still like Woody or would this suggest bad things about our characters especially if we have adopted daughters? If Woody writes an autobiography and we go to a magician who throws in Woody's book with us -- what would happen? What would happen if the magician throws in this book? Would we find ourselves back in the same magician's office?
Why is there no sequel?

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Kevin H

Explain his background and life in detail.

Reviewed in Germany on September 16, 2023

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Great book.

Fabian muro

Surrealista, muy gracioso

Reviewed in Spain on May 8, 2023

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Prisa perfecta como Tom Sharpe pero más rápido y gracioso

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Groucho

Absolutely worth it.

Reviewed in the United States on April 1, 2020

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I enjoy all of Woody's prose but this has some of my favorite stories. I would encourage you to read this above Without Feathers.

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Sara

Muito bom!

Reviewed in Brazil on March 15, 2020

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Ótimas histórias curtas!

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Nina

OTTIMO ACQUISTO

Reviewed in Italy on May 19, 2020

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Ordine arrivato prima della data prevista.

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Consigliato sicuramente.

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