Bart King's Blog, page 258
October 15, 2010
Nearly Sheer Genius
Inventor Niklas Roy likes to tinker in his workshop, but people kept staring in at him. To stop the oglers, Roy invented this:
October 14, 2010
Artificial Reef Made from Real People
An artist is creating an artificial reef off the east coast of Mexico. Ho-hum. But it's made from the life-size concrete casts from actual people. Wow!
Jason de Caires calls his project the Museo Subacuatico de Arte. Although this is a resort area filled with snorkeling tourists, all the casts are made from local Mexicans...and they're into reading!
Article here.
Jason de Caires calls his project the Museo Subacuatico de Arte. Although this is a resort area filled with snorkeling tourists, all the casts are made from local Mexicans...and they're into reading!
Article here.
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October 13, 2010
Every Land Is Grammar Land
Yes, EVERY land is Grammar Land. Further, every man (and non-man) must obey its laws.There is one thing about this particular volume (which you can find here): It is only a book for GOOD boys and girls. Use accordingly.
October 12, 2010
Prepare to Enter...the CHEESE ZONE
This quiet little Japanese noodle ad will put you in a relaxed mood for the rest of your day. Enjoy!
October 11, 2010
Making Sure Bike Thieves Go Nowhere
You can get bikes like this at the stationary store.
Dinner Time!
Why is this cook smiling? Because radioactivity is totally amusing!The New Radiation Recipe Book is real...for example, you can get it here.
Or you could get the original!
October 10, 2010
Seen at the Oregon State University bookstore:
Wedged next to a book on vampires, The Pocket Guide to Brilliance is required for college students in . . . SOME unknown class!Photo by the incredible Keith Liebe.
Why do I play the mandolin?
Because, like golfing and playing chess, it's just how suave people like me roll.We really can't help it.
