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Editorial Review:
Hundreds of thousands of humorous Chuck Norris facts have been published, traveled around the globe via the Internet, and gained an international audience of millions. Chuck Norris facts are a quirky, extremely popular Internet phenomenon that has entertained fans from all over the globe. In the last several years, Chuck Norris has been asked repeatedly from the heartland of America to the battlefields of Iraq and Afghanistan, “Which facts are your favorites?” For the first time ever, in The Official Chuck Norris Fact Book, Chuck gives readers not only his favorite “facts,” roundhouse-kicked by the man himself, but also the stories behind the facts and the code by which Chuck lives his life. Fans from every corner of the globe will enjoy both the fanciful and inspirational from one of the world’s great action heroes. This book makes a perfect gift.
The Official Chuck Norris Fact Book: 101 of Chuck's Favorite Facts and Stories Reviews:
The One the Only, Chuck Norris 
2009-12-12 - Chuck has much more depth than his movie career. I tend to think of Movie Stars as idiots but Chuck seems like a fine person that cares about America, people and our way of life. I wish other stars were more like him. He is a hero.
Chuck Norris Fact Book
2009-12-12 - This is a humorous and yet a serious look into the real person of Chuck Norris. In the pages of this tome, Chuck Norris shares his heart, his patriotism, his past, his life values and his real name. If you have read and laughed at the Chuck Norris facts, then I recommend this book, written by the original Chuck Norris, and you can learn about the real man. I am sure that people will find that admiration for the man will increase over any admiration they had for the icon.
Straight forward and full of rich details I didn't expect! 
2009-12-07 - The Official Chuck Norris Fact Book is straight forward and filled with lots of rich details you might not expect. It is a quick read and worthy of Chuck who is obviously as powerful with a pen as he is with his feet and hands. It is a great book that reminds Americans of the power of optimism such as Chuck Norris has always demonstrated.
Official Chuck Norris Fact Book 
2009-12-02 - #2 Chuck Norris doesn't cheat death. He defeats it fair and square.
#4 When an episode of Walker, Texas Ranger was aired in France, the French surrendered to Chuck Norris, just to be on the safe side.
#22 Chuck Norris was born in a log cabin that he built with his bare hands.
#36 Chuck Norris can eat just one Lay's potato chip.
#55 Chuck Norris doesn't actually write books; the words assemble themselves out of fear.
#77 Chuck Norris can slam a revolving door.
#94 Chuck Norris counted to infinity - twice.
If you've ever used to the internet in your life, you've no doubt come across some of the famous Chuck Norris jokes. Like the ones above, Norris has become almost mythical and a parody of himself. In The Official Chuck Norris Fact Book, Norris plays along and picks his 101 favorites of these jokes, adding personal anecdotes, stories, and life principles that relate to each one. Part mini-autobiography, part joke book, this small book is good for some laughs and will be appreciated by fans of Norris, and there's enough of his personality to make it an interesting-enough read, but not one I would recommend to all that many people.
Norris is a TV and movie actor, martial arts champion, and believer in Jesus Christ. This faith comes out clearly at times throughout the book, and his testimony accompanies fact #101. I always enjoy hearing the story of someone's journey to Christ.
Each "Chuck Norris fact" is accompanied by a short commentary, story, or anecdote, as well as a principle from Norris' Five F's: Freedom, Family, Fitness, Faith, and Fight. Do these get a little corny at times? Sure. Are most of the principles pretty obvious? Of course. But I appreciate that Norris has attempted to use the popularity of the jokes to communicate some positive messages. These jokes have connected him to a generation of young people who wouldn't have known much about him otherwise, and he may have some influence with them because of it. There will no doubt be some who buy the book simply to be entertained by the jokes who are surprised to encounter some deeper thoughts, possibly even being introduced to Christ.
There's not a ton else to say about this book. If you're just a fan of the jokes and have access to the internet, you probably don't need to invest in it. There's just not a lot there in addition to make it worth it. I did enjoy reading through it, however, and I really appreciate the intent behind it.
the real deal
2009-12-02 - this is the book to get, it's official, the art's cool, the man's own words are inside blessing the pages like mighty gems from a divine buddha, and a portion of the proceeds go to his charity. can't beat it.
