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Robin Ince's Bad Book Club: One man's quest to uncover the books that taste forgot

In this book, the author embarks on a journey to discover and discuss lesser-known works that have been overlooked by the literary mainstream. more

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Robin Ince
Robin Ince

Robin Ince is a British comedian, writer, and presenter known for his unique sense of humor and passion for science. Born on February 20, 1969, Ince has been active in the UK comedy scene since the 1990s. more

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“If you really want space on public transport you should carry some pornography from the 1970s and a pair of children's safety scissors, then delicately cut out all the eyes of the glamour models whilst whistling. Every now and again mutter, 'Why are women more beautiful when they are eyeless?' You will be able to stretch out, though this can have ramifications such as ending up on a police list or being run out of town.”

“Unlucky people miss chance opportunities because they are too focused on looking for something else. They go to parties intent on finding their perfect partner and so miss opportunities to make good friends. They look through newspapers determined to find certain types of job advertisements and as a result miss other types of jobs. Lucky people are more relaxed and open, and therefore see what is there rather than just what they are looking for.”