talbotlucas.org: a word to the wise is sufficient

One of the most salient features of our culture is that there is so much bullshit. So true. And so I'm pleased that the sales of this volume reflect its subject's ubiquity: On Bullshit by Harry Frankfurt is in the number 1 position on the New York Times hardcover nonfiction list. Too bad the Times doesn't print the full title (they've settled for "bull----," which is transparent, but still...)

Princeton's edition is a handsome volume. It's small (67 pages in a 4" x 6.25" trim size), and would neatly fit into a pocket. It would make a great stocking stuffer for those friends and family who would appreciate this sort of thoughtful work. I keep my copy at my desk, on the shelves to my immediate left, with the other volumes that make me smile, make me think, and/or answer my questions. More on those later.