Seed's Sketchy Relationship Theories - A Guide to the Perils of Dating: How Not to Become a Bar Regular [Englisch] [Taschenbuch]

This book made me incredibly angry. I bought this book for 2 reasons. The first reason is that I heard the Authors interviewed on a Montreal radio station and I found them to be entertaining. The second reason is that when I checked out their website I loved the books cover. When I started to read it I found myself getting increasingly mad at their opinions. How dare they make such bold statements. However, I found it hard to put the book down. Just when I figured they had crossed the politically correct boundaries they seemed to find a way to make me laugh with some of their rants.

As I progressed through the book I think I figured it out. Their theories though confrontational really made me think. I am not positive, but I think they are making fun of how things are. At first I did not agree with what they were saying and then I thought about my friends and the world and I am not sure if I disagree any longer. That actually made me feel sad. This book actually made me really examine how I treat people. I finally realized that this is not a self-help book or a book about how to "score". It is more about change and having a great time in the process of this change. At first I was going to give it only 1 star - after I worked and laughed my way through it I have changed it to 4 stars. If it didn't make me so angry in the beginning it would have been 5.

"The Seed & German Seed" may be just preposterous pseudonyms for now, but with the publication of this unique, immensely readable book the true authors hopefully will step forward for a much-deserved bow!

SEED'S SKETCHY RELATIONSHIP THEORIES: A GUIDE TO THE PERILS OF DATING [HOW NOT TO BECOME A BAR REGULAR] is a long title that even in its length doesn't even begin to suggest what is in store for the curious, open minded reader. This is not a 'self-help' or a 'how to' manual: Seed and German Seed have taken a long look at our present world condition, with a special emphasis on individual evaluation and interaction with the universe, and have come up with some very thoughtful ideas and precepts by which the reader can jump in and start over at this bizarre process we call living.

Starting out with ways in which we can alter our priorities to focus more on the preparation of our inner (and outer) self, Seed offers constructive advice without preaching. One aspect that may alter the way some readers approach the wisdom contained in this book is Seed's excessive use of a particular expletive. But as he explains so soundly, language is what it is and to fancify words can at times alter the wholeness of the concept - and certainly the comedy to be found in living life honestly.

Other reviewers have singled out portions of this book as favorites - an enviable task I find difficult at best! - but there is one recurring area that deserves special attention: Seed's manifesto about gay folk is sensitive and wise and well written even for the most committed phobic folk. He does this with high comedy (lists for women to use to determine if their men have proclivities versus full time commitment) all the while reassuring everyone that we all need is to live and let live and take care of our own variations of normal before raising the hatchet toward those of others.

After about two thirds of the way through this entertaining and at times illuminating book the authors lose focus and the last third feels a bit like a standup comic filling time. But in these pages are also suggestions that there will be more works from this duo coming down the pike and the pathways they are choosing sound most intriguing.

Get ready for a good time, put away your censorship for toilet mouthed humor, and open your mind (and yes, heart) to the shenanigans herein. It is a fine piece of work! Grady Harp, March 05

Hello, I decided that I want to get the word out about a new book that I have stumbled across due to the recommendation of a friend. Now this particular friend has from time to time been somewhat challenged when it comes to making suggestions regarding music, films, books and the arts in general. Lets just say that she usually promotes the above mentioned mediums with excitement and a verve that is infectious encouraging her friends to spend the coin in hopes of finding the next American Classic or Pop Culture Phenomenon. However, on a painfully repeating basis we are met over and over again with bitter disappointment.

Somehow though, this time her recommendation has been an outstanding surprise. She recommended a book called Seed's Sketchy Relationship Theories - A Guide to the Perils of Dating (How not to become a bar regular). I must admit I was incredibly skeptical. Once again with blind faith, I decided to take the leap of faith. This time I was prepared for the upcoming disappointment.

When I went online and checked out the book at Seed Enterprises and the links to the sellers, I must admit I was slightly intrigued by both the title and the cover. I received the book on January 14th and I have just now found the time to finish it. To my surprise and dismay my friend lead me to a raw, entertaining and controversial gem. What makes this book so refreshingly entertaining is that it does not pretend to be more than it is. When the world is so desperately trying to remain politically correct, which results in a glossing over and denial of the issues that we are facing in our day to day lives, the authors boldly state their opinions. Whether you agree with what they are saying or not, there is enough in this book to make you look inward first and perhaps even come to some conclusions about your own existence. I know I did. Facing reality sometimes leads you to the right path.

The authors challenge everything, they look at the divorce rate from a different perspective, they challenge how we are playing the game of life and have the guts to suggest that maybe we are getting it wrong. They seem to invite us in to their own lives to give us an insight to where their perspective comes from. This book speaks to everyone. Not only is it controversial, it is insightful and at times incredibly hilarious. I strongly suggest picking up a copy. It is much more than a relationship book, it really is a look at life. To top it off it looks at these subjects in such a fresh and original fashion it will leave you wanting more.

Next up in my reading que, Why Men Love B-tches. Could my friend hit on two in a row.