Man vs. Child, Doug Moe
Man vs. Child, Doug Moe
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Man vs. Child
One Dad’s Guide to the Weirdness of Parenting

Author: Doug Moe

Narrator: Doug Moe

Unabridged: 5 hr 37 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 05/09/2017


Synopsis

Moms have hundreds of parenting advice books willing to tackle the more cringe-inducing questions of parenthood. But what about books for the other half of the equation: the dads? Man vs. Child is a funny, fresh take on the parenting guide, written from the dad's perspective.

Author and popular Upright Citizens Brigade performer Doug Moe knows first-time fathers are as worried about being terrible at their new terrifying jobs as new moms are. But while most modern fathering guides center on men's oafish parental failings, Man vs. Child forgoes condescension in favor of fresh and irreverent wit. This guide for first-time dads tackles funny but important questions, like how to be a good dad without becoming a BabyBjörn-wearing tool in the process, or what to do if your child loves your iPad more than they love you. From caring for a newborn to dealing with a kid on the verge of adolescence, author Doug Moe breaks fatherhood down into survival lessons like "Time to Decide About God" and quizzes that ask dads to reflect on hilarious parenting questions like "Is My Child Too Annoying for This Restaurant?"

About Doug Moe

Doug Moe is a longtime teacher and performer based at the legendary Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre, and has appeared in such television shows as Inside Amy Schumer and 30 Rock. He lives in Brooklyn, New York.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Doug on May 23, 2023

***Named one of Amazon's Best Humor Books of 2017.*** I mean look: this is my book. That I wrote. If I don't rate it 5 stars, then I am really a little silly, right? But truly, truly I think this is a funny book. You should read it if you are a dad or soon to be one. Or if you know a dad or have seen......more

Goodreads review by Filip on March 26, 2022

A funny guide to parenting, however leaning much more towards humour than practical advice - which is unfortunate, because the humour is hit or miss. A couple of good observations though, but while amusing, it could use more "meat".......more

Goodreads review by Erik on May 28, 2017

I tried to buy this at McNally Jackson, but they were having a reading downstairs so I couldn't access the shelves. So I bought it on Amazon. Anyway, it's really funny and something made me laugh out loud on every page. Good work, Doug Moe.......more

Goodreads review by Nate on September 28, 2017

Doug Moe is a funny person and a funny writer. This book is a great gift for parents looking for a few laughs, or a just a great all around reading for anybody who was ever a child one. Look, it's funny for everybody, okay? Check it out!......more

Goodreads review by Jesica on December 05, 2017

Hilarious "how to" for the father who likes to keep things humorous but still needs some practical skills. Written by a seasoned comedian, this book fills a serious empty spot on the parenting shelves and leaves the reader ready, eager and with a smile!......more