Thoughts from the Commode: Inspiring and Moving Thoughts from the Bathroom (Charming Petites Series)

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Summary: Taking The Porcelain Cruise
Review: This is a tiny book about a mercifully frequently overlooked aspect of human existence. It has sections on toilet history (Thomas Crapper, interestingly, did not actually invent the toilet, but apparently purchased the patent for it), toilet humor, and quotes about toilets from such luminaries and Rod Serling, Joey Bishop, and Lyndon B. Johnson (which certainly seems appropriate). The book also covers commode trivia, a section of toilet haiku, and a concluding "pottyscope" feature that divulges horoscope information for each star sign that is sure to intrigue you (if you happen to be a raving lunatic.) Mine, for instance tells me that as a Leo my bathroom is luxurious and first rate, with a padded, expensive, electrically heated seat, and that I use scented rose oil as an air freshener. As with most horoscopes, there is one small nugget of truth in this prediction, but I'll never tell which nugget it is. This book is a perfect sticking stuffer for the oddest person on your Christmas shopping list.