The New York Commuter's Glossary is a collection of words and phrases--neologisms, mashups, made-up terms--that defines the life of the train commuter into, out of, and around New York City, from the tense fight for leg room with the rider facing you ("kneegotiations"), to the frightening feeling of waking up on the train and bolting for the door, certain that the present stop is your own ("tramnesia"), to the husband and wife pairs that ride together each day ("train couplings") to the almost always available row of seats near the toilet (the "stenchbench", of course). The words and definitions are vibrantly illustrated by acclaimed artist Joseph Walden to fully depict the maddening life of a commuter, and the heart--and humor--buried in the humdrum act of riding the rails with a few thousand strangers each day.
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Michael Malone's writing has appeared in The New York Times, The San Francisco Chronicle, New York Magazine, Westchester Magazine and ESPN.com, among others. He writes the weekly "Notes From the Tasting Room" column for the local Captain Lawrence brewery, and his short story is slated to run in the 2012 Westchester Review. He lives in Westchester County with his family, and rides the train to/from Manhattan each weekday.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By Susan
Format:Paperback
The definitions in this book are witty, observant, and brilliant. If you take a train to work--or know someone who does--this book is a must-buy. It really sums up what commuting is all about, and it will equip you with handy new words to use to describe those strange situations that arise when strangers are shoved together out of necessity.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Chris K
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
A fun way to catch a few laughs, and blow off some steam on your crowded commute in and out of the steamy city. Bring this along to make the time fly, and entertain your fellow riders with some amusing anecdotes of train travel.
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By T. Gupta
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
Chuckled through the whole book. If you're a commuter or have ever been, you'll be able to relate. Even my 13 year old son was thumbing through it. My husband loved it so much he kept asking me to share it on facebook. Get it!
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For Commuters Everywhere - A Fun-Filled Companion for The Rush Hour of...
This is a fun book all the way. It actually would be a kick for commuters everywhere. Great themes, super info, shared experience, and the bottom line: You'll smile, learn, and... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Larry Kane
5.0 out of 5 stars
Definitely worth buying.
Thanks to Mr. Malone for writing this humorous commuter's guide. It's as funny as it is informative about the quirky nature of travel. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Brandon Heiberger
5.0 out of 5 stars
Witty
The wit and creative spin on words in the book will leave readers laughing. A must read for commuters and non commuters alike !
Published 10 months ago by James R Baker
5.0 out of 5 stars
clever and entertaining
This glossary of made-up words and terrific illustrations makes me grin and chuckle on each page. We all need a positive spin on the reality of commuting and I found just that in... Read more
Published 10 months ago by michelle malone
