Examines the process by which different computer applications can be made to work together, exploring such current technologies as distributed objects, object transaction monitors, CORBA, and COM/DCOM
A humorous look at our culture's ongoing obsession with the "End Times", features chapters such as "Apocalyptionary: A Glossary of the End Times" and "Fun with Eschatology." Original.
IS THERE LIFE AFTER COLLEGE?In this sidesplitting follow-up to his smash hit, Ruminations on College Life, Aaron Karo takes readers on another outrageous journey -- this time through his early twenti
She thought she’d have more time. Laurie Notaro figured she had at least a few good years left. But no–it’s happened. She has officially lost her marbles. From the kid at the pet-food store checkout l
Does the sensation of Tingrith(1) make you yelp? Do you bend sympathetically when you see someone Ahenny(2)? Can you deal with a Naugatuck(3) without causing a Toronto(4)? Will you suffer from Ketteri
Take off tension and take back your life with a variety of simple techniques that will leave you soothed, stress-free and satisfied.When is the last time you:- Danced around your living room?- Scream
In Japan Kenji Kawakami is famous for his tireless promotion of Chindogu: the art of the unuseless idea. Meant to solve problems of modern life, these bizarre and logic-defying gadgets and gizmos are
Are you almost over the hill? Know someone who is?Getting older is no fun, but it sure can be funny. How do you know when you’re approaching the big 4-0? Here are a few clues:* Comb-overs are starti
The Uncle John’s Bathroom Reader® series is the longest-running, most popular series of its kind, with more than 22 editions in print and over 4 million sold. This is our third installatio
Smartly Said...Little Books with Lots of LaughThe sassy collection of good humored guidance on topics near and dear to a woman's heart. Share them with those who need a laugh.
If a cheerful heart can cure like medicine, this collection is an industrial-strength dose of delight.Nudged from the funny bones of such well-known authors as Patsy Clairmont, Barbara Johnson, Brenn
A whimsical guide to ascertaining a dog's sexual orientation and preferences asks questions about a dog's prefered doggy-bag selections, dealing with the groomer, bitchiness, elimination habits, and m
Santa's elves are tired of being third-rate drones in his oppressive sweatshop. The labor is backbreaking and the greedy Santa and his crotchety CFO, Mrs. Claus, have worn their patience thin. They'r
Touching the hearts and tickling the funny bones of readers since 1971, Ziggy is a cultural icon. Who knows how many yellowed and curling clippings of the cartoon are displayed on refrigerators, compu
