The Darwin Awards 4: Intelligent Design
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Format
Gebundene Ausgabe
Seiten
320
Sprache
Englisch
Veröffentlicht
Oct 24, 2006
Verlag
Dutton Adult
Ausgabe
First Edition
ISBN-10
0525949607
ISBN-13
9780525949602
Beschreibung
In a world where common sense often takes a backseat, a peculiar collection of true stories emerges, highlighting the unintended yet memorable consequences of human actions. Readers are drawn into tales of those who, through a mix of misfortune and sheer poor judgment, find themselves in absurdly tragic situations leading to their own unusual downfall.
Wendy Northcutt and Christopher M. Kelly skillfully unravel these bizarre incidents with a blend of humor and incredulity. Each story presents a character who, despite their intellect, somehow manages to overlook basic safety and reasoning. This not only serves to entertain but also to reflect on the choices that people make when faced with danger or reckless situations.
The authors delve into the quirks of human behavior, revealing how intelligence can sometimes blind individuals to the basics of survival. With a light-hearted tone, the book presents these narratives as a sobering reminder of the fragility of life and the inherent unpredictability of fate.
In this compilation, readers will find themselves both laughing and contemplating the fine line between brilliance and folly, gaining insight into the unexpected ways humans interact with the world around them. Engaging and thought-provoking, the stories linger long after the final page, prompting reflections on the nature of intelligence itself.
Wendy Northcutt and Christopher M. Kelly skillfully unravel these bizarre incidents with a blend of humor and incredulity. Each story presents a character who, despite their intellect, somehow manages to overlook basic safety and reasoning. This not only serves to entertain but also to reflect on the choices that people make when faced with danger or reckless situations.
The authors delve into the quirks of human behavior, revealing how intelligence can sometimes blind individuals to the basics of survival. With a light-hearted tone, the book presents these narratives as a sobering reminder of the fragility of life and the inherent unpredictability of fate.
In this compilation, readers will find themselves both laughing and contemplating the fine line between brilliance and folly, gaining insight into the unexpected ways humans interact with the world around them. Engaging and thought-provoking, the stories linger long after the final page, prompting reflections on the nature of intelligence itself.
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