{"product_id":"snafu-the-definitive-guide-to-historys-greatest-screwups-hardcover","title":"Snafu: The Definitive Guide to History's Greatest Screwups - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eEd Helms\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrom actor, comedian, writer, and host of the hit history podcast SNAFU, Ed Helms brings you an absurdly entertaining look at history's biggest blunders, complete with lively illustrations. \u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e History contains a plethora of insane screwups--otherwise known as SNAFUs. Coined during World War I, SNAFU is an acronym that stands for Situation Normal: All F*cked Up. In other words, \"things are pretty screwed up, but aren't they always?\" \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Spanning from the 1950's to the 2000's, Ed Helms steps in as unofficial history teacher for a deep dive into each decade's craziest SNAFUs. From planting nukes on the moon to training felines as CIA spies to weaponizing the weather, this book will unpack the incredibly ironic decision-making and hilariously terrifying aftermath of America's biggest mishaps. \u003cbr\u003e Filled with sharp humor, \u003ci\u003eSNAFU \u003c\/i\u003eis a wild ride through time that not only entertains but offers fresh insights that just might prevent history from repeating itself again and again.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEd Helms\u003c\/b\u003e is an actor, comedian, and writer who first gained national attention as a correspondent on \u003ci\u003eThe Daily Show\u003c\/i\u003e with Jon Stewart. Helms is perhaps best known for his iconic roles as Andy Bernard on NBC's hit sitcom \u003ci\u003eThe Office\u003c\/i\u003e and Stu in \u003ci\u003eThe Hangover\u003c\/i\u003e film trilogy alongside Bradley Cooper and Zach Galifianakis. His extensive filmography includes more titles such as \u003ci\u003eVacation\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eCedar Rapids\u003c\/i\u003e, and the hit Netflix comedy \u003ci\u003eFamily Switch\u003c\/i\u003e alongside Jennifer Garner. Ed also co-created and starred in \u003ci\u003eRutherford Falls\u003c\/i\u003e, an acclaimed sitcom on Peacock that cleverly tackled identity and history. When he's not acting or producing projects through his company Pacific Electric Picture Co., Ed is busy hosting \u003ci\u003eSNAFU\u003c\/i\u003e, the hilarious and illuminating podcast that inspired this book. A proud banjo enthusiast, he co-founded The Bluegrass Situation, a platform for roots music fans. Ed hails from Atlanta, GA, and currently lives in Los Angeles with his family, who remain the greatest audience--and toughest critics--of his many dad jokes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 288\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.11 x 9.13 x 6.35 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e April 29, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51978236395821,"sku":"9781538769478","price":30.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/3185\/6429\/files\/gNzzHL3yKT9781538769478.webp?v=1775801189","url":"https:\/\/ishookbooks.com\/products\/snafu-the-definitive-guide-to-historys-greatest-screwups-hardcover","provider":"iShook Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}