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From Old Books, Copyright Free illustrations

Monday, April 27th, 2009

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Can’t stop reading,

Thursday, October 23rd, 2008

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One hundred and one things to do,

Thursday, August 28th, 2008

“Idle hands are the tools of the devil”. Here’s 101 things to do from dutch agency KesselsKramer. The book called One hundred and one things to do is a compilation of 101 funny inventions and ideas along with DIY instructions. So forget being bored and give those idle hands some work.

http://www.dosurf.com

Get One hundred and one things to do on Amazon.

Book tip: Plato and a Platypus walk into a bar…

Monday, August 4th, 2008

Plato and a Platypus Walk into a Bar – Understanding Philosophy Through Jokes

An outrageously funny book that will have you chuckling in seconds from start. Here’s an excerpt from the section of contrasting between “essential” and “accidental” properties in philosophy:

When Thompson hit 70, he decided to change his lifestyle completely so he could live longer. He went on a strict diet, he jogged, he swam and he took sunbaths. In just three months’ time, Thompson lost 30 pounds and reduced his waist by six inches. Svelte and tan, he decided to top it off with a new haircut. Stepping out of the barbershop, he was hit by a bus.
As he lay dying, he cried out, “God, how could you do this to me?”

And a voice from the heavens responded: “To tell you the truth, Thompson, I didn’t recognize you.

Plato and a Platypus Walk into a Bar – Paperback at Amazon


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