Zombie Spaceship Wasteland

A Book by Patton Oswalt

By: Patton Oswalt

Narrated by: Patton Oswalt

Now in paperback, from a “multi-faceted, medium-hopping, culture skewering performer” (SPIN), this is a journey through the world of Patton Oswalt, best known for his roles in film (Big Fan and Ratatouille) and television (The King of Queens and The United States of Tara), but also beloved for his ascerbic, highly eloquent, and wildly funny standup comedy.

Prepare yourself for a journey through the world of Patton Oswalt, one of the most creative, insightful, and hysterical voices on the entertain­ment scene today. Widely known for his roles in the films Big Fan and Ratatouille, as well as the television hit The King of Queens, Patton Oswalt—a staple of Comedy Central—has been amusing audiences for decades. Now, with Zombie Spaceship Wasteland, he offers a fascinating look into his most unusual, and lovable, mindscape.

Oswalt combines memoir with uproarious humor, from snow forts to Dungeons & Dragons to gifts from Grandma that had to be explained. He remem­bers his teen summers spent working in a movie Cineplex and his early years doing stand-up. Readers are also treated to several graphic elements, includ­ing a vampire tale for the rest of us and some greeting cards with a special touch. Then there’s the book’s centerpiece, which posits that before all young creative minds have anything to write about, they will home in on one of three story lines: zom­bies, spaceships, or wastelands.

Oswalt chose wastelands, and ever since he has been mining our society’s wasteland for perversion and excess, pop culture and fatty foods, indie rock and single-malt scotch. Zombie Spaceship Wasteland is an inventive account of the evolution of Patton Oswalt’s wildly insightful worldview, sure to indulge his legion of fans and lure many new admirers to his very entertaining “wasteland.”

Love Patton, Hate the "Book"

I really love Patton Oswalt's comedy. He is amazing. This "book" is not amazing. I have a hard time calling it a book. There are a couple of funny stories and a lot of other stuff that I don't know what to call.

AVOID THIS BOOK!

that was...weird!

What made the experience of listening to Zombie Spaceship Wasteland the most enjoyable?

Patton's voice rocks and his storytelling ability is such that even a lame story SOUNDS interesting enough to keep listening and remember.

Would you be willing to try another book from Patton Oswalt? Why or why not?

possibly. this memior hodgepodge thing was definitely... weird.

Which character – as performed by Patton Oswalt – was your favorite?

Descriptions of childhood and early performance experiences were my favorite. He was so normal and down to earth, I could relate.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

no, not really. It was nice listening a little at a time as I took walks with my dog.

Any additional comments?

now I know how to play D and D. Thanks, Patton.

Strange non sequiturs throughout.

It was a fine set of stories. However a few of them were poorly setup or just straight cold started without any context and so wildly different from the previous story that I thought I was just missing a chapter. Not his best book, but if you're a fan, it won't bother you much.

Best book I have ever heard.

Honestly, give it a listen, or read it, either way, you're welcome. A genius masterfully reads to you some of the best autobiographical words ever written.

A Must Have For Any Comedy Nerd

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Absolutely. Patton Oswalt is one of the Best working stand-ups out there right now.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Zombie Spaceship Wasteland?

A History of America from 1988 to 1996 As Recounted by the Three Types of Comedians I Opened for While Working Clubs on the Road. It's Simple amazing

Which character – as performed by Patton Oswalt – was your favorite?

Rodney.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Packed with Laugh Out Loud chapters and the memoir-stlye chapters are very enjoyable for those (like me) who like to get a look into the head of a comedian.

Any additional comments?

I hate to repeat myself but Patton Oswalt is one of the Best Working Stand-Ups out there right now. This is A MUST HAVE for any comedy nerd. I would also recommend picking up the Paperback print copy as there is some additional material.