Bizarre


Read by Nick Bulka

(4.3 stars; 7 reviews)

Bizarre by Lawton Mackall is a collection of witty essays that delve into the absurdities of everyday life. With a keen eye for the peculiar, Mackall invites listeners to explore the humor hidden in the mundane, transforming ordinary objects and occurrences into sources of laughter.

Set against the backdrop of the early 20th century, these essays reflect a unique perspective on the quirks of human behavior and societal norms. Mackall's sharp observations and playful prose create a lighthearted atmosphere, making the familiar feel refreshingly strange.

Whether he’s dissecting the oddities of fashion, the quirks of social interactions, or the peculiarities of modern inventions, Mackall’s humor resonates with anyone who has ever found themselves bemused by the world around them. This audiobook is a delightful journey through the bizarre aspects of life that often go unnoticed.

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01 - Unsolicited Personal Adornments 9:08 Read by Nick Bulka
02 - Shelf Culture 10:07 Read by Nick Bulka
03 - Portable Pigeonholes 6:42 Read by Nick Bulka
04 - Simile 2:34 Read by Nick Bulka
05 - The Beatified Race 7:18 Read by Nick Bulka
06 - Jouez Balle 5:46 Read by Nick Bulka
07 - The Art of Packing 8:29 Read by Nick Bulka
08 - Agriculture Indoors 9:24 Read by Nick Bulka
09 - Snowy Bosoms 3:09 Read by Nick Bulka
10 - Interior Desperation 7:18 Read by Nick Bulka
11 - The Writing on the Screen 5:30 Read by Nick Bulka
12 - Musique Glacée 5:54 Read by Nick Bulka
13 - The Care of the Husband 6:10 Read by Nick Bulka
14 - Terminology of Tardiness 2:36 Read by Nick Bulka
15 - Oppressors of the Meek 8:17 Read by Nick Bulka
16 - Putting Pedagogy Across 6:58 Read by Nick Bulka
17 - Coaching From the Side-lines 4:30 Read by Nick Bulka
18 - Fast and Loose 4:15 Read by Nick Bulka
19 - The Primrose Pathology 3:03 Read by Nick Bulka
20 - Fightier Than the Sword 8:14 Read by Nick Bulka
21 - Enlightenment 4:45 Read by Nick Bulka
22 - Holiday Misgivings 5:32 Read by Nick Bulka
23 - All, All Are Gone, The Old Familiar Facades 3:03 Read by Nick Bulka
24 - My Museum 6:12 Read by Nick Bulka
25 - On Chairs-And Off 6:14 Read by Nick Bulka
26 - The Night of the Fleece 11:56 Read by Nick Bulka
27 - Black Jitney 10:33 Read by Nick Bulka
28 - Light Breakfast 13:06 Read by Nick Bulka
29 - The Man Opposite 6:36 Read by Nick Bulka
30 - Lucy the Literary Agent 5:34 Read by Nick Bulka
31 - The Creeping Fingers 8:47 Read by Nick Bulka
32 - The Man With the Hose 7:29 Read by Nick Bulka
33 - Those Symphony Concert Programs 5:23 Read by Nick Bulka
34 - How to Know the Instruments 4:12 Read by Nick Bulka
35 - Notes on Pianos 5:20 Read by Nick Bulka
36 - The Life-drama of a Musical Critic 7:11 Read by Nick Bulka
37 - The Survival of the Fattest 4:32 Read by Nick Bulka

Reviews

Wedding gift humor


(5 stars)

Funny stuff ! Check out Interior Desperation for a very funny essay on wedding gifts. thank you Librovox!