Habitus Disgustica: The Encyclopedia of Annoying, Rude, and Unpleasant Behavior
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Book Overview
Illuminating andvulgar!At first glance, this reference source, with its scientific, analytical tone and practical, straightforward diagrams seems respectable enough. Upon closer examination, Habitus Disgusticais really a deadpan ode to about every unpleasant, rude, and downright disgusting habit known to man (and woman).Through statistics, science, history, and culture, Habitus Disgusticadissects and analyzes the whole range of deplorable behavior in double-page spreads that include detailed entries on biting fingernails, spitting in public, making rude hand gestures, and breaking wind (loudly and quietly), as well as over forty other voluntary and involuntary practices. The perfect gift for slovenly friends and brothers-in-law, Habitus Disgusticaoffers something for everyone to learn about?and be offended by.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0452287510
ISBN13:9780452287518
Release Date:July 2006
Publisher:Plume Books
Length:144 Pages
Weight:0.50 lbs.
Dimensions:0.4" x 7.5" x 6.3"
Age Range:18 years and up
Grade Range:Grade 12 and higher
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3 ratings
"Bank of Bad Habits"
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
Sorry, but I couldn't resist using the title of a Jimmy Buffett song for the beginning of this review, even though it has absolutely nothing to do with the subject of the book. It's clever, concise and well-written, and covers most of what we would consider "bad" habits or manners. There are illustrations, and little sidebars with additional information. The matters discussed run from yawning to nose picking, and almost everything in between. Some of the subjects appear to be a bit far-fetched, but I clearly remember that when I was in college, lighting farts was a big source of entertainment. Of course, we never realized how dangerous it was; it just semed like something fun to do at the time. I told this to my wife and older daughter yesterday, and their reaction was "Euuuugh!!!". Oh well, at least college in the '60s wasn't all picket lines ans placards, and marches for everything under the sun.
Habistus Disgustica: FOR ALL WHO NEED TO READ IT
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
Excellent book. For all those folks who needed a subtle but direct way of notifying someone of their pesky habits, this is the book for you! There was also a plethora of trivia knowledge about where our habits come from and plenty of references that accompany the claims!
Great!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
This book is great. I had to read it for a review, but ended up falling in love with it. You won't believe how many people have disgusting habits. Everyone should read the book!!! Its great.
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