Department of Mind-Blowing Theories
Science Cartoons
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Canongate Books
Published:2nd Apr '20
Should be back in stock very soon
This collection humorously examines the quirks of science through engaging comic strips. Department of Mind-Blowing Theories invites readers to laugh while reflecting on existential questions.
In Department of Mind-Blowing Theories, the author presents a delightful collection of comic strips that humorously explore the quirks and absurdities of the scientific world. Through clever illustrations and witty narratives, readers are introduced to a dog philosopher who contemplates the essence of being a 'good boy', while a virtual assistant and a robot-cleaner embark on an unexpected romantic journey. These imaginative scenarios not only entertain but also provoke thought about the nature of existence and our understanding of science.
The book continues the tradition of the author's previous work, Baking with Kafka, where literary figures were given a humorous twist. In this new collection, hapless scientists, nanobots, and perplexing theories take center stage. Each comic strip is crafted with precision, ensuring that both seasoned science enthusiasts and casual readers can appreciate the humor and insight embedded within. The juxtaposition of highbrow concepts with everyday situations makes for a captivating read.
Department of Mind-Blowing Theories is more than just a collection of jokes; it's a celebration of curiosity and the human experience. The author masterfully blends comedy with intellectual exploration, inviting readers to laugh while reflecting on the complexities of scientific inquiry. This book is sure to resonate with anyone who has ever pondered the mysteries of the universe, making it a must-read for those looking to enjoy a lighthearted yet thought-provoking experience.
Gauld is my favourite hyper-minimalist brainiac cartoonist, and Department Of Mind-Blowing Theories is my favourite of his collections so far -- WILLIAM GIBSON
His work is solace, comfort, guilty pleasure, joy, thrill, pleasure palace . . . In times such as these, someone who can make you forget your troubles, who can make you laugh out loud . . . falls into the national treasure category . . . There quite literally has never been a better time to get on the Gauld wagon * * Bookmunch * *
Praise for Tom Gauld: [Gauld's strips] have become known for their wry, playful erudition * * New Yorker * *
Gauld's deceptively simple panels and sparse, understated dialogue speak poetically . . . Gauld finds humour and hope - as well as coffee and doughnuts - in his portrait of a fading utopia * * Guardian * *
Each single-page piece is a clever, funny, slightly bonkers riff on a literary theme . . . Sublime * * The Times * *
A collection of brilliantly off-the-wall cartoons. Ever wondered what War and Peace clickbait looks like? Or Machiavelli's month planner? Gauld can help * * Daily Mail on BAKING WITH KAFKA * *
Tom Gauld might just be the Edward Gorey of our time, channelling his wry humour and macabre aesthetic through exquisite black-and-white illustrations -- MARIA POPOVA
Tom Gauld's deceptively simple comics hold a mirror to human hypocrisies * * Huffington Post * *
One of the best cartoonists around! * * BoingBoing * *
At once hilarious and achingly melancholy . . . A quietly essential read * * Wired * *
ISBN: 9781786898050
Dimensions: 155mm x 210mm x 20mm
Weight: 450g
160 pages
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