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Teohlogy: The Word According to Patrick Teoh
If there's one truly authentic Malaysian voice expounding on all that he loves and hates in this multicultural, maddening country, it's Patrick Teoh. With his trademark razor-sharp wit, Teoh, in his aptly-named Teohlogy articles (previously published in the now defunct Off The Edge magazine from the years 2005 to 2010), shares his views on Malaysian life, topical affairs and issues that concern the ordinary Malaysian, with a generous sprinkling of realism, humour and provocation.
Teohlogy is all about telling it as it is, warts and all. Be it the farcical antics of politicians or the perils of public transport, Teoh's candid, no-holds-barred perspectives will not only have readers chuckling in recognition but also realising the obstacles of a young nation like Malaysia.
Teohlogy is all about telling it as it is, warts and all. Be it the farcical antics of politicians or the perils of public transport, Teoh's candid, no-holds-barred perspectives will not only have readers chuckling in recognition but also realising the obstacles of a young nation like Malaysia.
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303 pages, Paperback
First published January 3, 2011
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Patrick Teoh
1 bookPatrick Teoh is an actor and radio personality in Malaysia. A career in radio, TV, stage and movies spanning more than three decades has earned Patrick the nickname of "Voice Of Malaysia", bestowed by his fans and the Malaysian mass media.
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July 1, 2011
Amusing rantings of a very cynical man. But then again, living in Malaysia as long as he has, he has a right to be cynical, seeing all the things that have happened. One can actually derive amusement from the stupidity of many official members of the government (who think we are as stupid as they are) and the hilarity of their statements which Patrick Teoh pokes fun at in this book. He highlights the constitutional racism issue we have in Malaysia which rings very true, but does not talk too much about it - probably because if he did, the censors would have banned this book.
Recommended if you appreciate cynicism and sarcasm at its best with Malaysian seasoning.
Recommended if you appreciate cynicism and sarcasm at its best with Malaysian seasoning.
May 11, 2011
When I read this book, the thought that keep crossing my mind is, this author is a grumpy old man. Don’t get me wrong, I don’t mean it as an insult. I just merely point out the fact. Patrick Teoh is indeed a sarcastic grumpy old man. But to me, a cynic is born from disappointed idealist. And after many years of living in this beloved “bolehland” country, you surely understand where his coming from. Give me 20 to 30 more years, when all hope completely cease and reality start kicking in, I bet I be as grumpy as him.
But for now, I still full of hope to see a better Malaysia. Indeed it’s related with younger age, where ignorance is such bliss. Reality will corrupt u slowly with time. I remember when I’m 6 yrs old, I see everyone as people. Enter primary school, and I learn that people consist of different color. But I don’t think we all bother that much, kids just want a friend to play with no matter what color your skin are. Then when I enter high school, I learn that color does matter, and people start divided based on their race. Now I see people as Malay, Chinese, India and lain-lain. People get fucked up with time, don’t you think? ahahahahahahahaha
But what’s funnier is, when I read an article from 5-6 yrs ago, n yet I can relate it with the current issue. He can just take out the old article and publish it now, and the article will still relevant. Imagine it’s been 6 yrs and we still in the same deep shit. *sigh* at this rate maybe it be sooner than I thought to be as grumpy as Patrick Teoh.
By the way, I give this book 3 star not because I don’t enjoy it, but because he merely point out the obvious: clown politician, ignorance Malaysian….. What’s new? Plus there’s a time when it’s become too much ‘complaint’ and I get slightly annoyed ^_^;; But you know what, he is a better Malaysian than me, because he still cares to complaint. There’s a saying, you can only be hurts by the things you love. Same things goes here, he only hates because he loves. Does it make sense?
But for now, I still full of hope to see a better Malaysia. Indeed it’s related with younger age, where ignorance is such bliss. Reality will corrupt u slowly with time. I remember when I’m 6 yrs old, I see everyone as people. Enter primary school, and I learn that people consist of different color. But I don’t think we all bother that much, kids just want a friend to play with no matter what color your skin are. Then when I enter high school, I learn that color does matter, and people start divided based on their race. Now I see people as Malay, Chinese, India and lain-lain. People get fucked up with time, don’t you think? ahahahahahahahaha
But what’s funnier is, when I read an article from 5-6 yrs ago, n yet I can relate it with the current issue. He can just take out the old article and publish it now, and the article will still relevant. Imagine it’s been 6 yrs and we still in the same deep shit. *sigh* at this rate maybe it be sooner than I thought to be as grumpy as Patrick Teoh.
By the way, I give this book 3 star not because I don’t enjoy it, but because he merely point out the obvious: clown politician, ignorance Malaysian….. What’s new? Plus there’s a time when it’s become too much ‘complaint’ and I get slightly annoyed ^_^;; But you know what, he is a better Malaysian than me, because he still cares to complaint. There’s a saying, you can only be hurts by the things you love. Same things goes here, he only hates because he loves. Does it make sense?
July 7, 2012
Very simple and short one.
1) This Patrick Teoh guy is really funn-eh (funny)!
2) His thoughts really got me into thinking way deeper than ever. Thanks dear atok, you really makes me think about our country, in general.
3) Sometimes he also inspires me to be more patriotic about Malaysia. He makes me want to achieve and contribute. He makes me want to prove to those politicians who are doing nothing. He makes me want to really create something meaningful, worthy and successful so that Malaysia can gain the benefits from my achievement. In short, HE REALLY MAKES ME FEEL MOTIVATED AND PASSIONATE about Malaysia, even through his rants and ramblings.
4) I'm not regretting spending RM38 for this book. Because I'm a person who really values the thoughts of others.
With that, thank you :)
1) This Patrick Teoh guy is really funn-eh (funny)!
2) His thoughts really got me into thinking way deeper than ever. Thanks dear atok, you really makes me think about our country, in general.
3) Sometimes he also inspires me to be more patriotic about Malaysia. He makes me want to achieve and contribute. He makes me want to prove to those politicians who are doing nothing. He makes me want to really create something meaningful, worthy and successful so that Malaysia can gain the benefits from my achievement. In short, HE REALLY MAKES ME FEEL MOTIVATED AND PASSIONATE about Malaysia, even through his rants and ramblings.
4) I'm not regretting spending RM38 for this book. Because I'm a person who really values the thoughts of others.
With that, thank you :)
May 17, 2011
Patrick Teoh's column in 'Off the Edge' was usually the first thing I read whenever I bought a new issue of the now defunct magazine. After his column, I'd read Hishamuddin Rais' column. Off the Edge was a damn good magazine. Really miss reading it.
Ohh... By the way, Teohlogy is a damn good read. Go buy it.
Ohh... By the way, Teohlogy is a damn good read. Go buy it.
April 23, 2013
I like the book but it feels like there's something missing. The book is as expected, very Malaysian-lah. Everyday-laughable sequel of events of our politicians, the rakyat.
A good collection of articles though there are some repetitive issues being brought up; the new year celebrations, merdeka celebrations, racism issues by politicians, and how un-Malaysian - regressive thinking - are Malaysians.
But there are still many positive notes that can be taken off the book. He highlighted the shortcomings of an average Malaysian in which we should take the lessons and start doing our bits to make the country a better place to live.
A good collection of articles though there are some repetitive issues being brought up; the new year celebrations, merdeka celebrations, racism issues by politicians, and how un-Malaysian - regressive thinking - are Malaysians.
But there are still many positive notes that can be taken off the book. He highlighted the shortcomings of an average Malaysian in which we should take the lessons and start doing our bits to make the country a better place to live.
January 16, 2011
Collection of PT's columns from The Edge and Off The Edge from 2005-2010. Witty, sarcastic and from a historical point of view, a bit sad, because we Malaysians are still the same 5 years ago as we are today.
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July 4, 2011I love Patrick Teoh. His writings are sarcastic and witty but with some elements of humor. His writings represent the blue-collar malaysian. He represents the ordinary malaysian citizen just like you and me.
March 19, 2013
For a teen some parts of this book are confusing but as you read its really a eye opener of the "garmen" in Bolehland.
If you're interested in reading political books i recommend this its cynical yet true and very understandable .
If you're interested in reading political books i recommend this its cynical yet true and very understandable .
April 24, 2011
will be a good laugh for the locals (the non-locals might take some time to understand his message). don't read everything in one go if possible. save it for few reads. you will enjoy it better.
March 29, 2011
What we complain daily was written by Patrick Teoh
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April 16, 2012Dia adalah aku dari masa hadapan.
April 22, 2012
sarcasism
May 9, 2012
Pros : tells the ups & downs and asam & garam of living as Malaysians, in a funny and cynical way.
Cons : don't read if you don't like the rantings of an old man.
Cons : don't read if you don't like the rantings of an old man.
August 14, 2016
Full of sarcasms. That's what we need. Someone to condemn the big fellow over there, to point to something they hide from us.
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September 9, 2012aku baru baca buku ni suku...lepas tu aku simpan sekejap.
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