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- Publisher: Chicago Review Press
- Number of Pages: 224
- ISBN: 1556528221
- WAPI (Tower ID): 113024996
- Release Date: June 1, 2009
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- Tower.com Sales Rank: #33621 in Books (See Top 100 Books Bestsellers)
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- #7 in Experiments & Projects (See Top 100 Experiments & Projects Bestsellers)
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Product DescriptionMore Books by William Gurstelle (Author)Run a Quick Search on "Absinthe & Flamethrowers: Projects and Ruminations on the Art of Living Dangerously" by William Gurstelle to Browse Related Products:Browse more products related to "Absinthe & Flamethrowers: Projects and Ruminations on the Art of Living Dangerously"Browse more products related to "William Gurstelle"Review"[W]hen it comes to the theory and practice of making your own noisy, mildly dangerous fun in the backyard, America has a new poet laureate. His name is William Gurstelle..." "If you can imagine Calvin of CALVIN AND HOBBES all grown up, this supercharged guide for amateur thrill seekers would probably replace Hobbes as his constant companion." Publisher's noteWritten for reasonable risk takers and suburban dads who want to add more excitement to their lives, this daring combination of science, history, and DIY projects explains why danger is good for you and details the art of living dangerously. All of the projects--from throwing knives, drinking absinthe, and eating fugu to cracking a bull whip, learning baritsu, and building a flamethrower--have short learning curves; are human-focused, as opposed to technology-centric; are affordable; and demonstrate true but reasonable risk. The guide maintains that risk takers are more successful, more interesting individuals who lead more fulfilling lives. "What would the world be like if Thomas Edison retired after 30 years" "working for the railroad," it asks, "instead of getting fired for blowing up a rail car with one of his experiments?" Though the manual doesn't advocate getting fired, it does reveal that making black powder is pure excitement. Unlike watching an action movie or playing a video game, real, edgy life experience changes a person. Each potentially life-altering project includes step-by-step directions and illustrations along with sidebar tips from experts in the field. AnnotationThis how-to collection of testosterone-induced escapades includes practical instructions on throwing knives, drinking absinthe, cracking a bullwhip, making gunpowder and dozens more dangerous experiments. Luckily, it also comes compete with safety instructions to help you avoid cutting off a finger, poisoning yourself, whipping your dog, or blowing off a perfectly good appendage. If You Enjoy "Absinthe & Flamethrowers: Projects and Ruminations on the Art of Living Dangerously (Paperback)", May We Also Recommend:
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