I am a big fan of maps. I work for a real estate company, so that should not be surprising. Pictures can usually put information into better context than mere words. Frank Jacobs, just published a book: Strange Maps: An Atlas of Cartographic Curiosities. In an interview with Annika Mengisen on the Freakonomics blog, Mr. Jacobs pointed … Read more »
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Madoff in Limerick Form
Freakonomics ran a contest for the best definition for Bernie Madoff in limerick form. They had special guest judge Chris J. Strolin, founder and editor-in-chief of The Omnificent English Dictionary In Limerick Form announce The Winning Definition of “Madoff,” in Limerick Form. The best of the best was #98 by sqlman: His investments’ ascent: like … Read more »