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This is an awesome book, and I suggest that all fun-loving adults and kids read it. Believe it or not, it would make the world a better place. Not only would things be less boring, but the author points out that the most civic-minded people are also the ones who tend to create the most mischief!
I should also add that I am an engineering student. Engineers are generally boring people who like to do practical stuff. My point is, that if this engineer can like this book as much as me, it has the power to beguile anyone.
As for the book itself, it's an absolutely top-notch look at mischief through history, as well as a how-to for some victimless and very funny gags. Highly recommended!
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The Pocket Guide to Mischief by Bart King
Bengineer, February 13, 2008
This is an awesome book, and I suggest that all fun-loving adults and kids read it. Believe it or not, it would make the world a better place. Not only would things be less boring, but the author points out that the most civic-minded people are also the ones who tend to create the most mischief!I should also add that I am an engineering student. Engineers are generally boring people who like to do practical stuff. My point is, that if this engineer can like this book as much as me, it has the power to beguile anyone.
As for the book itself, it's an absolutely top-notch look at mischief through history, as well as a how-to for some victimless and very funny gags. Highly recommended!
(11 of 14 readers found this comment helpful)