I found these mind-blowing wonders while surfing and simply had to bring a few favorites here to show you. Do visit Mark at the link below if you’d like to see the full set.
Some were so sublime that I felt I had to add just a tiny comment of my own.
No, I really mean it. I had to.
30 Least Educational Books
That guy, Mark provided the books. The smart-ass stuff is me. He is not responsible. Come to think of it, neither am I. DANG.
The Obvious:
How to Watch Football on Television by Chris Schenkel (1965)
Yes, my friends at my friendly local pub (OB’s) definitely need help with this. They’ve only seen 12,738 games. Each.
Old Age: Its Cause & Prevention by Sanford Bennett (1912)
Ouch. This one hits a little too close to home. We’ll move on.
How to Abandon Ship by Phil Richards and John J. Banigan (1942)
I’ve been quite worried about this, especially in those scary, wee hours of the night. It’s a relief to finally be in the know. Close call on that one.
The Disadvantages of Being Dead by A.R.D. Fairburn (1958)
And here was me, thinking I already knew. Live and learn. Or, in this case, of course, don’t.
Born to Run: The O.J. Simpson Story by Larry Fox (1974)
Very prescient of Larry Fox. Foreshadowing???
How to Write a How to Write Book by Brian Piddock (2007)
I am speechless. _______________________. <–That is me, without words. Nada. Zip.
The Contradictory:
The Truth About Fonzie by Peggy Herz (1976)
And all these years I’ve believed the lies, secure in my Happy Days fog. I’m a foolish, foolish woman, surrounded all my life by dirty, lousy men who cheat. Damn you, Fonzie. Damn you.
The Dated:
Metric Power: Why and How We Are Going Metric by Richard Deming (1973)
Oops. Never mind.
The Ridiculous:
How to Bombproof a Horse by Rick Pelicano (2004)
You just never know when you’re gonna need this. I don’t believe I was prepared for it prior to reading. Good stuff.
Cheese Problems Solved by P.L.H. McSweeney (2007)
I don’t think I need to say a word. You see the value here. I know you do.
If We Can Keep a Severed Head Alive…by Chet Fleming (1988)
As God is my witness, if I can do this,
I can do anything!
I am strong. Strong! (kinda like Friday, Friday…)
I am invincible.
I am wom—
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A Little Girl’s Desperation Changes the Face of Bullying
When a Dog is Dying—Can We Ever Really Prepare?
Haha! I loved this post, Paula! =) I recently found a blog post on StumbleUpon with the most sarcastic Amazon reviews and I think that “How to Abandon Ship” was on there! =) Thanks for a good laugh! =)
Samantha Bangayan brilliantly posted My Seven Links in Peru
Ok, are you giving us those books…because really I want to read them and can’t find a shop sensible enough to be actually selling these.
Hajra brilliantly posted What now?
These are great Paula! It made my night while I was going through everyone’s blog posts, yours really cracked me up. Thanks for taking the time and sharing these treasures!!
Lynn Brown brilliantly posted Getting To Know — What is LinkedIn?
Hi Paula,
Not only am I laughing at the blog post and all these funny titles, I am laughing at the comments that come with it.
Thanks for giving me a laugh this morning. I am starting the beginnings of my own book and realize that I have lots of potential after reading about the books above.
Cindy
Cindy Murphy brilliantly posted 19 Stories That Will Inspire You To Turn Your Ideas Into Income
Hilarious! If publishers have published those, theres hope for me yet
Maureen Hunter brilliantly posted Speaking Your Truth Vol II: Courageous Stories of Inspiring Women
I wonder what the world will say about some of the current books in 40 years time. Great comments on the titles – a little concerned about what the authors were thinking when they wrote these – oh yeah – about the same as so many authors today
Roberta Budvietas brilliantly posted Stuck on-line in an irreparable situation?
OK. I can see two possibilities here. The first is there was a sale on wine…The second was you needed to clean house and these books were in the way…
Thanks for the grand laugh!
Roy A. Ackerman, PhD, EA brilliantly posted The stars (oops, the moons) are aligned…
I love this list. It shows just how time flies and things change.
Ain’t it the truth? I’m stunned by so many things. And so often!
Paula Lee Bright brilliantly posted How Stephen Colbert Makes You Laugh and Helps Schools At the Same Time
Your comments cracked me up, Paula. Thanks for the laugh!
Carol Hess brilliantly posted My Self Care Ticking Time Bomb
Glad to see you back, Carol! I’ll be heading over your way shortly.
Paula Lee Bright brilliantly posted How Stephen Colbert Makes You Laugh and Helps Schools At the Same Time