Bottled Wisdom [Paperback]

Mark Pollman (Author), Todd Reigle (Illustrator)

Product Details

• Paperback: 170 pages
• Publisher: Wildstone Media; 1 edition (March 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1882467256
• ISBN-13: 978-1882467259
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.5 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 0.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,367,353 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A brilliant collection of witty anecdotes, January 28, 2000

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Theresa Smith (London, England) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Bottled Wisdom (Paperback)

Mark Pollman's book, "Bottled Wisdom", is my defense against the British opinion that nothing American can possibly be as good as the "English way". Pub owners, employees and patrons here in London have been fascinated by Mark's book (ps, Mark, you may have some more new customers!) -- a thoroughly enjoyable read. One word of warning: don't read while drinking, unless your fellow imbibers don't mind being sprayed when you laugh uncontrollably!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A Spirited Read, November 13, 2000

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Stephen A. Kennett (Carbondale, IL USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Bottled Wisdom (Paperback)

A rich and varied compendium of interesting, entertaining, and thoughtful quotes on drinking, Bottled Wisdom is the perfect tonic for the ill-view that a minority in our society take toward the culture of alcohol. Best shared with a friend over a tasty beverage, this book offers humorous and thoughtful quotes. In fact, some of the best quotes are surprising in content and authorship. Just as a visit to a quality bar should be, this anthology will make you smile, laugh, and reflect on life. You will make new friends and be happy to see some old cronies in these pages. Pollman has done his homework and offers a varied and rich anthology. Reigle's illustrations are good and complement the text without overpowering the words. For the imbiber that has everything, this book is the perfect holiday gift.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A "spirited" rendition; like an evening at the "Hounds", November 2, 1998

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[e-mail] (St. Louis, MO) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Bottled Wisdom (Paperback)

Mark has done a fabulous job of collecting some classic "wisdom" as well as a whole lot of wonderful new material. I now have a habit of purchasing a copy of the book for all of my ex-U.S. co-workers (after a visit with Mark at the pub, of course) to show them that American humor and ingenuity are alive and well !! I suspect that there are a number of foolish publishers out there "cryin' in their beer" over this lost opportunity ! This book is a great gift for yourself or anyone who appreciates great wit and a tasty libation.