Daily Archives: May 10, 2018

Bammelbegierde

It is a feeling that starts early in life.  You are a toddler, fascinated by watching a show with scary animals on it, both afraid and drawn to the danger at the same time.  Your mother looks pensive at a … Continue reading

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Book Review: Schottenfreude

Schottenfreude:  German Words For The Human Condition, by Ben Schott This book has a particular audience in mind, namely those who are impressed or intrigued or amused by the ability of the German language to contain thoughtful words based on … Continue reading

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Book Review: Math Jokes 4 Mathy Folks

Math Jokes 4 Mathy Folks, by G. Patrick Vennebush From time to time I read books about jokes or reflect about what jokes are made about different groups of people [1], and although I am not the sort of person … Continue reading

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Book Review: The Book Of Memory Gaps

The Book Of Memory Gaps, by Cecilia Ruiz From time to time I enjoy picking up quirky books at the library, and this debut book from the author/artist is certainly quirky.  That said, this is the sort of book whose … Continue reading

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