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Shocked by this self-murder, a filmmaker friend feels compelled to understand why Aquin killed himself - and discovers, at the heart of the tragedy, an unforgettable love story.

Paddy Clarke Ha Ha Ha is a novel by Irish writer Roddy Doyle, first published in 1993 by Secker and Warburg. It won the Booker Prize that year. The story is about a 10-year-old boy living in Barrytown, North Dublin, and the events that happen within his …

2014年3月4日 · Packed with the latest research, illuminating anecdotes, and even a few jokes, Ha! lifts the curtain on this most human of qualities. From the origins of humor in our brains to its life on the standup comedy circuit, this book offers a delightful tour of why humor is so important to our daily lives.

In this fascinating investigation into the science of humor and laughter, neuroscientist Scott Weems uncovers what’s happening in our heads when we giggle, guffaw, or double over with laughter.

"This witty and remarkable book explores the 'self-murder' of a man contending with a craving for death and a passion for life. A spellbinding story by an author who has the instincts of a sleuth and the imaginative insight of an artist."

1983年1月1日 · Purported memoir of the person responsible for hijacking Northwest Flight 305 from Portland to Seattle in 1971. Includes a contest with clues to location of a certificate, supposedly entitling first finder up to $200,000 (amount of money extorted during the hijacking). Create a free account to discover what your friends think of this book!