If people bought this 1950 edition of
The Lottery
by Shirley Jackson thinking it would be a sex-filled potboiler, they were in a for a bit of a disappointment.
Just got my copy of this title, and it looks like a winner for all WU-vies. I'll report more soon.
An exercise for bookworms!
(via
the ragbag)
Edward Packard invented the "Choose Your Own Adventure" genre, which made him a good living -- and still does.
According to wikipedia, he recently started a company to bring Choose Your Own Adventure apps to the iPhone and iPad. Packard may also have caused an entire generation of kids to be confused about their identity:
Years ago I made a series of collages illustrating what I called "Lesser-Known Advertising Icons." The D List of product representatives. Here's another one I just found, pictured above.
For every Tony the Tiger, there are scores of Lucy Lettuces.
Original ad here.
Click on the link below the book cover image for a volume on the topic.
What a Character!: 20th Century American Advertising Icons
The book on the left proves that for every conceivable product in the human consumerist culture, there exist fanatical collectors.
The book on the right shows that you don't have to travel to exotic lands to discover weird things.
I hope everyone is enjoying having Alex back as much as I am. Yay, Alex!
Perhaps you recall months ago when I touted his new book. Well, that was its UK edition only. Finally, in June, the US edition arrives.
Why not use the link the pre-order your copy now?
Much erotic weirdness in this fascinating volume.
Read my review here.
I've just finished reading the fine book about weird fraternal lodge devices from a century ago. It would make a fine gift for any WU-vie.
Category: Literature, Books