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    From his perch as a staff writer at The New Yorker, Cuppy observed the world and found a great deal that annoyed him. This collection of essays on animals includes "Birds Who Can't Even Fly," "Optional Insects," "Octopuses and Those Things", and "How to Swat a Fly," which codifies the essentials in ten hilarious principles. And three essays on wombats. Perfect reading for the perplexed, befuddled, and perpetually irritated.

    His trademark wit and perceptive analysis of the absurdities and excesses of modern life are here, but with a more serious tone than usual. (Catholic)

    This collection of Charles Lamb's complete works and letters commemorates the nimble wit, the gracious style, and the critical perception of the famous essayist.