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casspro's review against another edition
2.0
It's an interesting read, but it's one to keep as a reference and not something to read over and over again.
helena_handbasket's review against another edition
5.0
“A colleague of mine recommended this book to me a few years ago- I had completely forgotten to read it until I was reminded once again recently. I'm so happy that I've finally gotten around to it, and quite honestly, it's probably best that I waited. The first time The Devil's Dictionary was recommended to me, much of the humour would probably been out of my depth. It's only through living that we can gain the necessary cynicism required to fully appreciate the satirical humour in this book. Favourite Quote: 'Mad.adj. Affected with a high degree of intellectual independence.'
Admittedly, there were still a few 'definitions' that were beyond my scope, not having been around in 1911, but those were few and far between. Many of the definitions are still relevant to day. I highly recommend this to any cynic out there that enjoys a wickedly funny satirical read. ”
Admittedly, there were still a few 'definitions' that were beyond my scope, not having been around in 1911, but those were few and far between. Many of the definitions are still relevant to day. I highly recommend this to any cynic out there that enjoys a wickedly funny satirical read. ”
annaavian's review against another edition
4.0
Witty and sarcastic definitions that are spot on more often than not.
cogsofencouragement's review against another edition
2.0
For some reason I expected this to make me chuckle at definitions which poked fun at human nature. There were a few gems dispersed throughout, but overall I found it to be bitter and mean-spirited. Not as entertaining as I had hoped. To be fair, the title tried to warn me.
klib's review against another edition
5.0
Some stuff within that offended my modern sensibilities but on the whole a great collection of quality sarcasm.