Perry, Tyler. Don't make a black woman take off her earrings; Madea's uninhibited commentaries on love and life.

PERRY, Tyler. Don't make a black woman take off her earrings; Madea's uninhibited commentaries on love and life. Performed by the author. 4 cds. 4.5 hrs. Penguin Audio. 2006/2007. 978-0-14-305872-4. $19.95. Cardboard; content, author notes. JSA 

Perry's character Madea has been entertaining fans for a number of years and this audio production doesn't disappoint--Madea is bodacious, audacious, larger-than-life, politically incorrect, and hilarious. Whether reflecting on child rearing, relying on intimidation and a "bag o'belts," surviving ghetto streets by assuming a demeanor that makes you "look crazy as hell," dealing happily with obesity, or never forgoing her beloved deep fried diet, Madea turns "the rules" upside-down. And you love her. Perry claims his character is based on many of the grandmothers of his youth, the women who would face down gangs, and whip anyone's child who was "acting foolish," or take in any child who needed love and attention. You don't cross this kind of woman and if you do, and you see her begin to take off her earrings, you better make tracks. Yes, Tyler takes stereotypes to the extreme, but that's what comedy is about. It's so funny! Nancy Chaplin, Libn., VCCW, Goochland, VA

J--Recommended for junior high students. The contents are of particular interest to young adolescents and their teachers.

S--Recommended for senior high school students.

A--Recommended for advanced students and adults. This code will help librarians and teachers working in high schools where there are honors and advanced placement students. This also will help extend KLIATT's usefulness in public libraries.