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Encyclopaedia of Hell: An Invasion Manual For Demons Concerning the Planet Earth and the Human Race Which Infests It
by
Martin Olson (Goodreads Author),
Tony Millionaire, Mahendra Singh
A tour de force of darkness, Encyclopaedia of Hell is a manual of Earth written by Lord Satan for his invading hordes of demons, complete with hundreds of unpleasant illustrations, diagrams, and a comprehensive and utterly repulsive dictionary of Earth terms.
Since the customs and mores of humanity are alien and inconceivable to demons, Satan wrote this strangely poetic m
Paperback, 240 pages
Published
July 26th 2011
by FERAL HOUSE
(first published July 1st 2011)
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This is a tough book to review. On one hand, I absolutely loved parts of it, laugh out loud funny, especially at the beginning when the concept for the whole book is being outlined. It’s very clever, and apparently includes 6 “secret codes”, such as the Wheel of Kadab that must be read in a mirror. There are several cute pun names, such as Abra Kadab, Llu Cipher, and Zyk of Asimoth. The book also has a great, odd way of telling a linear story, despite the fact that it’s laid out like an encyclop...more
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Encyclopaedia of Hell makes fun of EVERYTHING in the human race from acne to zippers. It is an invasion guide proposed by the Ruler of Hell, Lord Satan himself. This is how we humans seem to the demons.
Think along the lines of Max Brooks’ Zombie Survival Guide. It is not to be taken seriously. The terminologies are described in the most sarcastic and surreal ways meant to show that humans are lesser beings to demons. It also talks about eating humans, disease...more
Encyclopaedia of Hell makes fun of EVERYTHING in the human race from acne to zippers. It is an invasion guide proposed by the Ruler of Hell, Lord Satan himself. This is how we humans seem to the demons.
Think along the lines of Max Brooks’ Zombie Survival Guide. It is not to be taken seriously. The terminologies are described in the most sarcastic and surreal ways meant to show that humans are lesser beings to demons. It also talks about eating humans, disease...more
[An inferno] is probably just where Martin Olson was sitting when tasked with translating The Encyclopedia of Hell. How he learned to speak demonic is anybody’s guess. What’s more puzzling is where Olson got the nerve to actually translate the text in the first place. After all, it is An Invasion Manual for Demons Concerning the Planet Earth and the Human Race Which Infests It. Hardly the kinda thing one wants to bring home to baby.
Maybe Olson’s a demon himself. Why else express the “magnanimity...more
Maybe Olson’s a demon himself. Why else express the “magnanimity...more
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I just bought this, so have only read a portion, but I had to take a moment to rant. This is a relatively new book, released in July 2011, with the electronic version being released in 2012. I really like Feral House publishers in general. A large majority of their authors are conspiracy theorists and mad men, and while that isn't my sort of thing, I've always been glad that FH gave these authors a platform. However, I find the layout of this electronic copy inexcusable! Come on folks, it's 2012...more
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This book is a hoot. If you're a fan of Ambrose Bierce and his Devil's Dictionary then you'll be interested in this work. Basically it's an invasion manual designed to help better accommodate demons interested in visiting Earth to dine upon its human inhabitants.
The book primarily contains various witty and often disgusting definitions of commonly-used terms, though the parts that amused me the most were the commentaries written by various Lords of Hell as well as Satan (and occasionally God). I...more
The book primarily contains various witty and often disgusting definitions of commonly-used terms, though the parts that amused me the most were the commentaries written by various Lords of Hell as well as Satan (and occasionally God). I...more
Encyclopaedia of Hell by Martin Olson
I've heard strange things about this book. Manuscripts left out and read by people like Lars from Metallica and others. They have hailed it as the greatest book ever written. I cannot wait until this damn thing is released.
Sincerely,,Sidney Black
I've heard strange things about this book. Manuscripts left out and read by people like Lars from Metallica and others. They have hailed it as the greatest book ever written. I cannot wait until this damn thing is released.
Sincerely,,Sidney Black
I have to confess that I was one of the illustrators of this amazing book and that I laughed so hard on this job that I was unable to draw straight on some pages.
If you loathe the pre-packaged bilge that passes for most of modern literature, if you eschew the comatose drivelings that pass for rational thought these days and above all, if you think man is a very, very, very bad animal who usually deserves what he gets, read this book.
Very much in the vein of Ambrose Bierce, Twain and Nathanael W...more
If you loathe the pre-packaged bilge that passes for most of modern literature, if you eschew the comatose drivelings that pass for rational thought these days and above all, if you think man is a very, very, very bad animal who usually deserves what he gets, read this book.
Very much in the vein of Ambrose Bierce, Twain and Nathanael W...more
Review: Encyclopædia of Hell: An Invasion Manual for Demons by Martin Olson. Feral House. Spring, 2011. By Michael Yank
Purported to be authored by the greatest critic humanity has ever dreamed up, Satan himself, Encyclopædia pushes satire to a new, ferocious level. While the text might not actually originate from another dimension as alleged, it may as well have, so surreal and inspired is Olson's wit.
At its core a twisted Twain-ian takedown of modern society, Encyclopædia approaches our culture...more
Purported to be authored by the greatest critic humanity has ever dreamed up, Satan himself, Encyclopædia pushes satire to a new, ferocious level. While the text might not actually originate from another dimension as alleged, it may as well have, so surreal and inspired is Olson's wit.
At its core a twisted Twain-ian takedown of modern society, Encyclopædia approaches our culture...more
This is one of those books that you can't put down. I have started reading this last night, and the humor and metaphors in this book are second to none. I can't tell anymore due to being an advanced copy, but once I am finished, I will properly review it.
"CITIZEN n. Fleshy dildo used by politicians to achieve anal orgasm."
That probably sums up this book pretty well. Some of the jokes are a bit obvious, but on the whole it's still a pretty funny waste of time.
That probably sums up this book pretty well. Some of the jokes are a bit obvious, but on the whole it's still a pretty funny waste of time.
While this was very humorous (I especially enjoyed the plots woven in the definitions), it fell flat too often to rate more than 3 stars, in my opinion.
This is completely irreverent and heretical and right on target. In this 'reference' book are entries and definitions and very short essays from imps and demons all they way up to the Prince of Darkness himself on the follies of humankind, and how much we think we are actually in control of our own fate.
The irony is so sharp, it will stab you in the gut and laugh maniacally while you bleed to death. If you are a depressive, it will make you feel oh so much worse. If you have evil tendencies, it...more
The irony is so sharp, it will stab you in the gut and laugh maniacally while you bleed to death. If you are a depressive, it will make you feel oh so much worse. If you have evil tendencies, it...more
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I didn't quite get through the whole thing...it's funny though, especially the pictures. Maybe not recommended for your religious friends.
This book literally had me laughing until I was crying!!! I never expected that a book with this title could make me laugh this hard but that is exactly what it did. The book is a manuscript written by Satan himself and from the "manual of earth terms" to the "guide to eating humans" there was never a dull moment. I would recommend this book to anyone who is looking for a book that will keep them laughing from beginning to end. This will definitely be a book that I read numerous times throughout...more
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Aug 27, 2012
Giselle
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Everyone's talking about it; now I'm curious
This whole book feels gimmicky and forced. It's so-so.
Good, bathroom book. Very funny, totally irreverent.
It has it's moments, but generally not very good.
Goodreads Giveaway Winner, review coming very soon!
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My first book was published by the wonderful and notorious Feral House: "Encyclopaedia of Hell: An Invasion Manual for Demons Concerning the Planet Earth and the Human Race Which Infests It"
My 2nd book is published by Abrams NY Spring 2013: "The Adventure Time Encyclopaedia: Inhabitants, Lore, Spells, and Ancient Crypt Warnings of the Land of Ooo Circa 19.56 B.G.E. - 5...more
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My first book was published by the wonderful and notorious Feral House: "Encyclopaedia of Hell: An Invasion Manual for Demons Concerning the Planet Earth and the Human Race Which Infests It"
My 2nd book is published by Abrams NY Spring 2013: "The Adventure Time Encyclopaedia: Inhabitants, Lore, Spells, and Ancient Crypt Warnings of the Land of Ooo Circa 19.56 B.G.E. - 5...more
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