Illuminating and vulgar! At first glance, this reference source, with its scientific, analytical tone and practical, straightforward diagrams seems respectable enough. Upon closer examination, Habitus Disgustica is really a deadpan ode to about every unpleasant, rude, and downright disgusting habit known to man . Through statistics, science, history, and culture, Habitus Disgustica dissects and analyzes the whole range of deplorable behavior in double-page spreads that include detailed entries on biting fingernails, spitting in public, making rude hand gestures, and breaking wind , as well as over forty other voluntary and involuntary practices. The perfect gift for slovenly friends and brothers-in-law, Habitus Disgustica offers something for everyone to learn about—and be offended by.
Language
English
Pages
144
Format
Paperback
Publisher
Plume
Release
July 25, 2006
ISBN
0452287510
ISBN 13
9780452287518
Habitus Disgustica: The Encyclopedia of Annoying, Rude, and Unpleasant Behavior
Illuminating and vulgar! At first glance, this reference source, with its scientific, analytical tone and practical, straightforward diagrams seems respectable enough. Upon closer examination, Habitus Disgustica is really a deadpan ode to about every unpleasant, rude, and downright disgusting habit known to man . Through statistics, science, history, and culture, Habitus Disgustica dissects and analyzes the whole range of deplorable behavior in double-page spreads that include detailed entries on biting fingernails, spitting in public, making rude hand gestures, and breaking wind , as well as over forty other voluntary and involuntary practices. The perfect gift for slovenly friends and brothers-in-law, Habitus Disgustica offers something for everyone to learn about—and be offended by.