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Summary: No, "Terrence & Philip" are NOTHING like real Canadians...
Review: Absolutely hilarious, thoroughly researched and very well-written.Appeals to both my literate, probing, analytical University-graduate side...and my giggling, scatological idiot side. Guaranteed to get you a full row of seats to yourself when you read it on the subway, even at rush hour, and (if you can remain totally deadpan), a source of endless amusement when you ask for it in book stores or libraries...even if you already have a copy! Wonderful examples of farts and scatology through history, music, different cultures (Did you know that the Arab words for "silent fart" and "death sentence" are only one letter different?) and literature. And of course, there's a whole chapter on the French music hall entertainer "Le Petomaine"! The transcript of the legendary "Crepitation Contest" record almost made me choke on my Timbits when I read it at a local donut shop. An absolute must-have for both the scholarly and the silly!
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Summary: Fair Winds Ahead
Review: I admit it, I bought this book for my husband as a joke. However, this tongue in cheek scholarly tome on the history of flatulance pleasantly surprised us both! I would like to trumpet it's appeal as a breath of fresh air with a mighty blast. What a toot! Er, ah, hoot. Good thing there isn't a scratch and sniff edition though...
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Summary: blasts away the cobwebs
Review: I bought this book expecting it to be rather more of a "how-to" guide than it turned out to be. That said, it was still immensely useful and exposes many myths. I, for one, had mistakenly subscribed to that well-known myth that Arabs consider it the height of good manners to break wind during and after a meal. Sadly, this is untrue. If only I had had this book *before* I dined with the secretary-general of OPEC in '96!
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Summary: blasts away the cobwebs
Review: I bought this book expecting it to be rather more of a "how-to" guide than it turned out to be. That said, it was still immensely useful and exposes many myths. I, for one, had mistakenly subscribed to that well-known myth that Arabs consider it the height of good manners to break wind during and after a meal. Sadly, this is untrue. If only I had had this book *before* I dined with the secretary-general of OPEC in '96!
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Summary: A ripping good book...
Review: I have to admit it wasn't the most engaging or intelligent read, but with the subject matter, could it be? Yeah, maybe. But for what it is, it works. Very funy in spots, kinda lame in others, the author seems more intent on pushing the limits of grossness and taboo in spots than in giving full and accurate info. But man, there are some funny bits! Give it a read.
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Summary: Good and funny
Review: I have to admit it wasn't the most engaging or intelligent read, but with the subject matter, could it be? Yeah, maybe. But for what it is, it works. Very funy in spots, kinda lame in others, the author seems more intent on pushing the limits of grossness and taboo in spots than in giving full and accurate info. But man, there are some funny bits! Give it a read.
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Summary: A ripping good book...
Review: Once, whilst on a commuter train, I happened to let go with a noxious fizzing odor that cleared the entire car, a double decker. People were coughing and pushing for the exits, young children were crying, an old woman fainted. A conductor ran through, hankerchief to mouth, his eyes wide with horror, his wracking, wet coughs making the scene more dramatic than need be. When everyone had left and the car was creaking from the movement, I chanced a breath. The air seemed hazy, and reeked wonderfully of hot mustard, old onions and amonia. The book was good.
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Summary: A gas of an idea that comes off smelling bad.
Review: The book really was a good idea, but the author seemed more wrapped up in repeated use of juvenile adjectives and slang while ignoring a golden opportunity of composing a good work of social history on an amusing topic. If you are a bonifide reader of history, and think you are getting a scholarly read, think again. The best part of the book is the cover. It draws attention to the book, and if you leave it on the coffee table, visitors are drawn to it. Then their reaction is priceless. They are shocked at first, if not grossed out, but soon can't help thumbing through it and can't put it down. All in all, its not much more than an adult version of "The Gas We Pass".
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Summary: Alas! This book of gas has come to pass!
Review: This book is certain to keep the literary establishment fuming. It's definitely on the cutting cheese edge.
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Summary: Lots of information...and lots of laughs!!!
Review: This book is filled with relevant historic facts and humorous jokes and other tales. It's one of those books that has you laughing and feeling good afterward. I was really impressed by the knowledge shared in this book and the humor that surrounds it. I love it!!!
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