The Man's Playbook: How to Fix Anything, Impress Anyone, Get Lucky, Get Paid, and Rule the World

by Gregg Stebben and Denis Boyles

Book Overview

The Man's Playbook is more than just a how-to guide; it's a way of life. Learn timesaving, life-improving, woman-impressing tips that will last a lifetime. Want the sleek charm of James Bond? Inside, you'll find out how to shake a martini just like he would. Got a crush on your favorite waitress? Learn the best lines to get her talking. Heading out to a black-tie event? Check in with The Man's Playbook on how to properly wear a tuxedo. Carry this...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1616086920
• ISBN13: 9781616086923
• Release Date: June 2012
• Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing
• Length: 247 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.3" x 7.6"

Customer Reviews

A kind of Harlem

I say that because these films appear to be set in almost any urban '30s milieu. What makes it "Harlem" is of course the black cast. That said, it is a fascinating look at black life before WWII, a neglected group of Americans in an overlooked era. Sadly, there is much that mimics white movies of the time, for better and worse. In that of course is the striving of outcasts for acceptance and seeking to express their own social, economic and romantic ideals. That is what lends appeal to these tales of a virtually unknown society.

Man oh man, what a manual

Listen, if you're looking for a poker guide and nothing else, you might want to check the "over a dozen books on gambling" you already own. If you're looking for a witty, clever, informative, humorous take on modern masculinity, you'll really enjoy The Man's Manual. I bought it for my son's birthday and couldn't put it down--I think I learned more than he did. I've always wanted him to learn how to make a bed so tight he can flip a quarter off of it. The segments on how to dress and how to exercise are invaluable--too many men look like fools and hurt themselves in the gym. True experience will only come the hard way, but this book might expedite the process.

Witty and Informative

A smart, lively book. TONS of useful information here - tips on gambling, drinking, carousing, and staying relatively healthy at the same time. The author is a well-known journalist who writes for MEN'S HEALTH and ESQUIRE - he knows his stuff. Pick it up and open to any page, I can guarantee you'll want to read more.

i have to disagree...

with mr. hansen. i just got this book for a friend for father's day, and i haven't heard any complaints at all. not only did he love the thoughtful gesture, but he also thought it was hilarious. he actually called me laughing and said, "the man's manual says i'm going bald either because of hygiene or karma!" take it too seriously (like mr. hansen) or take it a little seriously. i still recommend it.

good for more than a chuckle

I bought this book for my brother and he said it's the most fun he's had reading. He's a regular guy with a regular job, who doesn't normally read. I thought with all the fun illustrations and the short but sweet (and hilarious) directions for picking up waitresses and dumping women, it would be perfect for him. And so it is.