He does what we'd like to but don't have the nerve to
I highly recommend this book for laughs. But beyond that, this guy lives a life many of us, me included would love to. He gets these zany ideas, then he acts on them! Kind of like George Plimpton's inside view on sports, this is vicarious pleasure. In this book, Wallace pledges to say "Yes," to everything. The results of this simple, yet profound manifesto, are hilarious, amazing and even moving. We not only follow Wallace's adventures, but the journey of his conscience, his internal battles as he fights to stay true to his commitment. I alternated between thinking the guy was certifiably crazy, with bouts of wishing I had his nerve. A totally fun and engaging read.