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Uncle John's Curiously Compelling Bathroom Reader (Paperback)

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With Uncle John's Curiously Compelling Bathroom Reader, the dedicated folks at the Bathroom Readers’ Institute offer fast-acting, long-lasting relief for their legions of fans who have been suffering without a new infusion of the series’ trademark trivia and obscure and fascinating facts. Number 18 in the series, this book is divided into short, medium, and long sections for any duration of stay. Readers can plunge into such pressing topics as the origin of Punk Rock, the true story behind all those celebrity jailbirds, whether dragons actually exist, strange diets of the rich and famous, great moments in bad TV, and more. This irresistible read, perfect for any mood, also contains a variety of puzzles and brainteasers for readers to ponder.

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  • Paperback: 522 pages
  • Publisher: Portable Press; 19 Org edition (October 13, 2006)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1592236790
  • ISBN-13: 978-1592236794
  • Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.4 x 1.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #114,497 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A Holiday Tradition, April 6, 2007
By Mimi (Murrieta, CA) - See all my reviews
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We gave one of these to our son-in-law for Christmas a few years ago and now it's become a tradition. You can pick any page and enjoy/learn something. And no, it doesn't have to be in the bathroom. :)
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars My First Bathroom Reader; Not My Last, March 18, 2007
I was gifted this volume of Uncle John's Bathroom Reader series by my fiancee's father, this last Christmas. I didn't know what to think, at first. It seemed kind of... an odd gift.

But, what the heck, I figured: I put it on top of the toilet tank in good faith, and made plans to start reading it "when the time was right."

This is an excellent book.

I'd never had a book specifically designed to be a bathroom reader, before (though I've used other books for the purpose, such as Finnegans Wake); this is a collection of trivia and interesting, obscure anecdotes, reflecting a lot of research. The stories are fascinating, and the format (they're broken up into chunks, scattered throughout the work) is appropriate for the task at hand. Reading it was a pleasure everytime I had to sit down to work. :)

I doubt that I will wait till next Christmas, to see whether I have another volume waiting for me. This was my first in this genre, and in this series, but it certainly will not be my last.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Let it rip, January 7, 2009
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A great book of random trivia and interesting stories. Recommended for reading, even if you do take it outside of the throne room.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great time waster
As with all the Uncle John's books, this one is no exception when it comes to a great way to waste some time - but in a good way. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Radar626

5.0 out of 5 stars Books Guys Love!
I started getting Uncle John's Bathroom books for my 3 grown sons several years ago - now they're a requested item by each son, every year! Read more
Published 15 months ago by Corrine Moser

5.0 out of 5 stars What are you doing in there? Reading Uncle John.
This is the 19th in this Uncle John series and rather than getting "old hat";they keep getting better and better. Read more
Published 16 months ago by J. Guild

4.0 out of 5 stars "Curiously Compelling" 2nd to none.....
This book is the Best bathroom book I've ever read. It has a wealth of knowledge that is humorous at times, revealing at other times and is hard to put down.
Published 21 months ago by J. A. Phillips

5.0 out of 5 stars If the title bothers you, use a plain brown wrapper!
Uncle John's Curiously Compelling Bathroom Reader is just what the title says. Oh, you can read it anywhere you want. That part of the title is open to debate. Read more
Published 22 months ago by J. Arena

5.0 out of 5 stars Uncle John's Curiously Compelling Bathroom Reader
I bought 3 more of these books for my husband for Christmas. He loves them and has learned many things from them, even things he was able to use in his work. Read more
Published on December 28, 2007 by Linda M. Wilson

5.0 out of 5 stars Just a good all around book to keep in the bathroom
This book has a variety of different topics to entertain just about anybody while using the bathroom. I purchased it for the main bathroom used by guests, family and friends. Read more
Published on July 28, 2007 by K. Ingwerson

5.0 out of 5 stars Uncle John Strikes for the 19th Time!
What can you say about the 'Uncle John' books, now in its 19th incarnation, that hasn't already been said? Read more
Published on February 21, 2007 by Michael OConnor

5.0 out of 5 stars Bathroom Reader
I have most of the Bathroom Reader books (probably 25 by now) and I love every one of them. "Curiously Compelling" is a welcome addition to my library of trivia.
Published on February 15, 2007 by Mary Morris

5.0 out of 5 stars It's one for the Pooper!
If you like to take your time on the crapper and you enjoy the thrill of using up brain cells on useless trivia, this book is perfect. Read more
Published on January 9, 2007 by S. Pratt

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